Serving 410 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Portland Village 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 43% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (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 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Portland Village School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
School Overview
Portland Village School's student population of 410 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
410 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Portland Village 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 Village School is 0.42, which is less 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
#237 out of 1196 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
13%
25%
Black
2%
3%
White
75%
59%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Portland Village School's ranking?
Portland Village School is ranked #237 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Portland Village School often compared to?
Portland Village Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Ivy School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Portland Village School?
410 students attend Portland Village School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Portland Village School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Portland Village School?
Portland Village School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Portland Village School offer ?
Portland Village School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Portland Village School part of?
Portland Village School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Portland Village School located?
Portland Village School is located in the North Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 14 other public schools located in North Portland.
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