Serving 351 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rockwood Preparatory Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rockwood Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Rockwood Preparatory Academy's student population of 351 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
351 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rockwood Preparatory Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rockwood Preparatory Academy is 0.65, 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
#784 out of 1196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
29:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
55%
25%
Black
12%
3%
White
19%
59%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rockwood Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Rockwood Preparatory Academy is ranked #784 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Rockwood Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Rockwood Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Gilbert Park Elementary School, Alder Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Rockwood Preparatory Academy?
351 students attend Rockwood Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Rockwood Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rockwood Preparatory Academy?
Rockwood Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rockwood Preparatory Academy offer ?
Rockwood Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Rockwood Preparatory Academy part of?
Rockwood Preparatory Academy is part of Reynolds SD 7 School District.
In what neighborhood is Rockwood Preparatory Academy located?
Rockwood Preparatory Academy is located in the Rockwood neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Rockwood.
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