Serving 561 students in grades 6-8, Roseway Heights 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 24% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 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 (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 561 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Roseway Heights School serves the eastern part of Portland, OR, encompassing an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Most students live within a typical driving distance of 5 to 10 minutes from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Roseway Heights School's student population of 561 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
561 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
Roseway Heights 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 Roseway Heights School is 0.75, 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
#824 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
12%
4%
Hispanic
25%
26%
Black
11%
3%
White
39%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
11%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.4%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roseway Heights School's ranking?
Roseway Heights School is ranked #824 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Roseway Heights School often compared to?
Roseway Heights Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lee Elementary School, Greenway Elementary School, Woodlawn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Roseway Heights School?
561 students attend Roseway Heights School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Roseway Heights School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Roseway Heights School?
Roseway Heights School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Roseway Heights School offer ?
Roseway Heights School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Roseway Heights School part of?
Roseway Heights School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Roseway Heights School located?
Roseway Heights School is located in the Roseway neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Roseway.
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