Community School

1841 Sw Merlo Dr
Beaverton, OR 97003
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Serving 149 students in grades 9-12, Community School ranks in the bottom 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 <50% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 149 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 61%
  • : 40-49% (Btm 50% in OR)
  • : <50% (Top 20%)
  • : 30-39% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:

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School Overview

Community School's student population of 149 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
149 students

Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data

Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers

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Year Founded
1993
School Calendar

School Rankings

The diversity score of Community School is 0.61, 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.
This School
State Level (OR)
<50%
31%

Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data

(18-19)
30-39%
54%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1

Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data

American Indian
1%
1%

Showing 2010–2025. View full 33-year historical data

Asian
1%
4%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data

Hispanic
48%
27%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data

Black
1%
2%

Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data

White
39%
57%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data

Two or more races
10%
8%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data

All Ethnic Groups
61%
0.61

Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data

40-49%
81.3%

Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data

(22-23)
100%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
67%

Showing 2012–2025. View full 33-year historical data

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
7%

Showing 2008–2021. View full 23-year historical data

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Community School often compared to?
Community Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Creekside Community High School, Alliance High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Community School?
The graduation rate of Community School is 40-49%, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 81.3%.
How many students attend Community School?
149 students attend Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Community School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Community School?
Community School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Community School offer ?
Community School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Community School part of?
Community School is part of Beaverton SD 48j School District.
In what neighborhood is Community School located?
Community School is located in the Five Oaks neighborhood of Beaverton, OR. There are 2 other public schools located in Five Oaks.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 149 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 61%
  • : 40-49% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 20%)
  • : 30-39% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

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