Serving 2,783 students in grades 9-12, David Douglas High 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 18% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,783 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 78% (Btm 50% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
David Douglas High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
David Douglas High School's student population of 2,783 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 151 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,783 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
151 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
David Douglas High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of David Douglas High School is 0.77, 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
#606 out of 1196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
17%
4%
Hispanic
30%
25%
Black
12%
2%
White
31%
60%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
78%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is David Douglas High School's ranking?
David Douglas High School is ranked #606 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of David Douglas High School?
The graduation rate of David Douglas High School is 78%, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend David Douglas High School?
2,783 students attend David Douglas High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of David Douglas High School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of David Douglas High School?
David Douglas High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does David Douglas High School offer ?
David Douglas High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is David Douglas High School part of?
David Douglas High School is part of David Douglas SD 40 School District.
In what neighborhood is David Douglas High School located?
David Douglas High School is located in the Hazelwood neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 5 other public schools located in Hazelwood.
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