Serving 271 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, The Ivy 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Ivy School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
The Ivy School's student population of 271 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
271 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The Ivy 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 The Ivy School is 0.48, 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
#179 out of 1196 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
11%
25%
Black
8%
3%
White
71%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Ivy School's ranking?
The Ivy School is ranked #179 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are The Ivy School often compared to?
The Ivy Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Portland Village School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend The Ivy School?
271 students attend The Ivy School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of The Ivy School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Ivy School?
The Ivy School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does The Ivy School offer ?
The Ivy School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is The Ivy School part of?
The Ivy School is part of Oregon Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is The Ivy School located?
The Ivy School is located in the Overlook neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Overlook.
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