Wheatley School serves 38 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 38 students
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wheatley School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Wheatley School's student population of 38 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
38 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
3 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Wheatley School is 0.76, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
13%
4%
Hispanic
18%
26%
Black
24%
3%
White
37%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
51%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Wheatley School?
38 students attend Wheatley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Wheatley School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Wheatley School offer ?
Wheatley School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Wheatley School part of?
Wheatley School is part of Multnomah ESD School District.
In what neighborhood is Wheatley School located?
Wheatley School is located in the Northeast Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 9 other public schools located in Northeast Portland.
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