Serving 321 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 21% (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 73% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harrison Park School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Harrison Park School's student population of 321 students has declined by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
321 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Harrison Park School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrison Park School is 0.81, 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
#904 out of 1196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
23%
4%
Hispanic
17%
26%
Black
15%
3%
White
27%
58%
Hawaiian
5%
1%
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
8%
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
What is Harrison Park School's ranking?
Harrison Park School is ranked #904 out of 1,196 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 Vestal Elementary School, Portland Arthur Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% 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?
321 students attend Harrison Park School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
27% of Harrison Park School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 5% 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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