Serving 155 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Arthur Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 155 students
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arthur Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Arthur Academy's student population of 155 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 77% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
155 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Year Founded
2002
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
Pay Attention Work Hard Get Smart Be Proud
School Rankings
Arthur Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arthur Academy is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#315 out of 1174 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
17%
4%
Hispanic
12%
26%
Black
13%
3%
White
43%
58%
Hawaiian
5%
1%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arthur Academy's ranking?
Arthur Academy is ranked #315 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Arthur Academy?
155 students attend Arthur Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Arthur Academy students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Arthur Academy offer ?
Arthur Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arthur Academy part of?
Arthur Academy is part of David Douglas SD 40 School District.
In what neighborhood is Arthur Academy located?
Arthur Academy is located in the Hazelwood neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 5 other public schools located in Hazelwood.
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