Serving 154 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Portland Arthur Charter School ranks in the top 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% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 154 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Portland Arthur Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Portland Arthur Charter School's student population of 154 students has declined by 7% 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
154 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Portland Arthur Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 740 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Portland Arthur Charter School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#298 out of 740 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
20%
4%
Hispanic
6%
25%
Black
10%
2%
White
51%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
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 Charter School's ranking?
Portland Arthur Charter School is ranked #298 out of 740 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Portland Arthur Charter School often compared to?
Portland Arthur 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% OR state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% OR state average).
How many students attend Portland Arthur Charter School?
154 students attend Portland Arthur Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Portland Arthur Charter School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Portland Arthur Charter School?
Portland Arthur 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 Charter School offer ?
Portland Arthur Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Portland Arthur Charter School part of?
Portland Arthur Charter School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Portland Arthur Charter School located?
Portland Arthur 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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