Metropolitan Learning Center

2033 Nw Glisan St
Portland, OR 97209
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 341 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Metropolitan Learning Center ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2018-2019 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 341 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 31%
  • : 60-79% (Btm 50% in OR)
  • : 46%
  • : 67%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

School Overview

Metropolitan Learning Center's student population of 341 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
341 students
This chart display total students of Metropolitan Learning Center by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Gender %
This chart display gender of Metropolitan Learning Center
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
This chart display the total teachers of Metropolitan Learning Center by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Students by Grade
This chart display the students of Metropolitan Learning Center by grade.

School Rankings

The diversity score of Metropolitan Learning Center is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (OR)
(18-19)
46%
40%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Metropolitan Learning Center and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Oregon by year, with the latest 2018-19 school year data.
(18-19)
67%
54%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Metropolitan Learning Center and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Oregon by year, with the latest 2018-19 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
This chart display the student teacher ratio of Metropolitan Learning Center and the public school average student teacher ratio of Oregon by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
American Indian
1%
1%
This chart display the percentage of American Indian students in Metropolitan Learning Center and percentage of American Indian public school students in Oregon by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Asian
2%
4%
This chart display the percentage of Asian students in Metropolitan Learning Center and the percentage of Asian public school students in Oregon by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Hispanic
11%
25%
This chart display the percentage of Hispanic students in Metropolitan Learning Center and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Oregon by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Black
1%
2%
This chart display the percentage of Black students in Metropolitan Learning Center and the percentage of Black public school students in Oregon by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
White
69%
60%
This chart display the percentage of White students in Metropolitan Learning Center and the percentage of White public school students in Oregon by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
16%
7%
This chart display the percentage of students of two or more races in Metropolitan Learning Center and the percentage of public school students of two or more races in Oregon by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
All Ethnic Groups
This chart display the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Metropolitan Learning Center.
This chart display the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in OR.
0.49
This chart display the diversity score of Metropolitan Learning Center and the public school average diversity score of Oregon by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
60-79%
81%
This chart display graduation rate of Metropolitan Learning Center and public school graduation rate of Oregon by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
43%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Metropolitan Learning Center and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Oregon by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Metropolitan Learning Center and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Oregon by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Metropolitan Learning Center often compared to?
Metropolitan Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Chapman Elementary School, Creekside Community High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Metropolitan Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Metropolitan Learning Center is 60-79%, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Metropolitan Learning Center?
341 students attend Metropolitan Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Metropolitan Learning Center students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Metropolitan Learning Center?
Metropolitan Learning Center has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Metropolitan Learning Center offer ?
Metropolitan Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Metropolitan Learning Center part of?
Metropolitan Learning Center is part of Portland SD 1j School District.

School Reviews

Review Metropolitan Learning Center. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Rate this school:

Recent Articles

Back to School: Getting Up to Date with Required Vaccinations
Back to School: Getting Up to Date with Required Vaccinations
Stay up to date on the current requirements for vaccinations for school-age children today, as well as some of the problems schools face when parents do not properly immunize their kids.
Teaching in Contemporary Times
Teaching in Contemporary Times
We explore why individuals choose teaching, illuminating intrinsic motivations, the influence of role models, the pursuit of lifelong learning, and the aspiration to impact society.
Public Schools in a Minute
January 27, 2024
Public Schools in a Minute
Explore the diverse world of public schools in a minute! Our brief overview provides a snapshot of the educational landscape, school districts, curriculum, and more. Get a quick glance at the big picture of K-12 education.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 341 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 31%
  • : 60-79% (Btm 50%)
  • : 46%
  • : 67%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

Related School Videos

Quick Links