Serving 150 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Portland Arthur Academy Charter School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 41% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 150 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Portland Arthur Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Portland Arthur Academy Charter School's student population of 150 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
150 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Portland Arthur Academy Charter School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Portland Arthur Academy Charter School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#201 out of 1196 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
26%
4%
Hispanic
10%
25%
Black
12%
3%
White
43%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
38%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Portland Arthur Academy Charter School's ranking?
Portland Arthur Academy Charter School is ranked #201 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Portland Arthur Academy Charter School often compared to?
Portland Arthur Academy Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vestal Elementary School, Harrison Park School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Portland Arthur Academy Charter School?
150 students attend Portland Arthur Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Portland Arthur Academy Charter School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Portland Arthur Academy Charter School?
Portland Arthur Academy Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Portland Arthur Academy Charter School offer ?
Portland Arthur Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Portland Arthur Academy Charter School part of?
Portland Arthur Academy Charter School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Portland Arthur Academy Charter School located?
Portland Arthur Academy Charter School is located in the Southeast Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 9 other public schools located in Southeast Portland.
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