Benson Polytechnic High School is a technical public high school in the Portland Public Schools district. Its 9-acre campus is located in the Central Eastside commercial area of Portland, Oregon, United States. Students are given a special emphasis in a technical area.
Serving 896 students in grades 9-12, Benson Polytechnic High School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 896 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 10% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Benson Polytechnic High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Portland, OR, covering approximately 145.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 6.6 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 17.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benson Polytechnic High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Benson Polytechnic High School's student population of 896 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
896 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1917
School Calendar
School Motto
United by Spirit, Bonded by Name
School Rankings
Benson Polytechnic High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benson Polytechnic High School is 0.72, 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
#753 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
44%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
92%
81.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
11%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal blue, Orange
School Mascot
Astronaut
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benson Polytechnic High School's ranking?
Benson Polytechnic High School is ranked #753 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Benson Polytechnic High School often compared to?
Benson Polytechnic High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roosevelt High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Benson Polytechnic High School?
The graduation rate of Benson Polytechnic High School is 92%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81.3%.
How many students attend Benson Polytechnic High School?
896 students attend Benson Polytechnic High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Benson Polytechnic High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benson Polytechnic High School?
Benson Polytechnic High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Benson Polytechnic High School offer ?
Benson Polytechnic High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Benson Polytechnic High School part of?
Benson Polytechnic High School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Benson Polytechnic High School located?
Benson Polytechnic High School is located in the Lents neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 5 other public schools located in Lents.
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