Serving 320 students in grades 9-12, New Urban 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: New Urban High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Portland, OR, covering approximately 41 square miles. Families within the zone typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.2 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 9.6 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Urban High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
New Urban High School's student population of 320 students has grown by 216% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
320 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2003
School Rankings
New Urban 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 New Urban High School is 0.60, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#635 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-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 22-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
60-69%
81.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.3%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
13%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 18-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 New Urban High School's ranking?
New Urban High School is ranked #635 out of 1,174 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Urban High School?
The graduation rate of New Urban High School is 60-69%, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 81.3%.
How many students attend New Urban High School?
320 students attend New Urban High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of New Urban High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Urban High School?
New Urban High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does New Urban High School offer ?
New Urban High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is New Urban High School part of?
New Urban High School is part of North Clackamas SD 12 School District.
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