Serving 168 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gresham Arthur Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 168 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gresham Arthur Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Gresham Arthur Academy's student population of 168 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
168 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2002
School Motto
Pay Attention Work Hard Get Smart Be Proud
School Rankings
Gresham Arthur Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gresham Arthur Academy 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#186 out of 1174 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
10%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.6%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
12%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gresham Arthur Academy's ranking?
Gresham Arthur Academy is ranked #186 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Gresham Arthur Academy?
168 students attend Gresham Arthur Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Gresham Arthur Academy students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gresham Arthur Academy?
Gresham Arthur Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gresham Arthur Academy offer ?
Gresham Arthur Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gresham Arthur Academy part of?
Gresham Arthur Academy is part of Gresham-Barlow SD 10j School District.
In what neighborhood is Gresham Arthur Academy located?
Gresham Arthur Academy is located in the North Central neighborhood of Gresham, OR. There are 3 other public schools located in North Central.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Strong academic program. Focus on helping those children behind grade level to catch up and excel. Small school setting allows the teachers to personally get to know all the students. Very active parent group!
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