Serving 273 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, The Ivy School 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 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Ivy School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
The Ivy School's student population of 273 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
273 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
Average Class Size
25 students
School Rankings
The Ivy School 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 The Ivy School is 0.57, which is less 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)
50-59%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.1%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
School Mascot
Ivy Leaf
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Ivy School's ranking?
The Ivy School is ranked #186 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are The Ivy School often compared to?
The Ivy Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Portland Village School by visitors of our site.
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 The Ivy School?
273 students attend The Ivy School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of The Ivy School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Ivy School?
The Ivy School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does The Ivy School offer ?
The Ivy School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is The Ivy School part of?
The Ivy School is part of Oregon Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is The Ivy School located?
The Ivy School is located in the Overlook neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Overlook.
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