Serving 372 students in grades 6-8, Harrison Park 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 23% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 372 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harrison Park School serves the southeast part of Portland, OR, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Most students reside within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harrison Park School's student population of 372 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
372 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harrison Park 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 Harrison Park School is 0.80, 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
#848 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
22%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
33%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)70.7%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 23-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 Harrison Park School's ranking?
Harrison Park School is ranked #848 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Harrison Park School often compared to?
Harrison Park Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Portland Arthur Academy Charter School, Vestal Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Harrison Park School?
372 students attend Harrison Park School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Harrison Park School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harrison Park School?
Harrison Park School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harrison Park School offer ?
Harrison Park School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harrison Park School part of?
Harrison Park School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Harrison Park School located?
Harrison Park School is located in the Montavilla neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 3 other public schools located in Montavilla.
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