Serving 171 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gresham Arthur Academy 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 16:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 171 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gresham Arthur Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Gresham Arthur Academy's student population of 171 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
171 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Motto
Pay Attention Work Hard Get Smart Be Proud
School Rankings
Gresham Arthur Academy 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 Gresham Arthur Academy 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
21%
26%
Black
4%
3%
White
62%
58%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
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 Gresham Arthur Academy's ranking?
Gresham Arthur Academy is ranked #186 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
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 Gresham Arthur Academy?
171 students attend Gresham Arthur Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Gresham Arthur Academy students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gresham Arthur Academy?
Gresham Arthur Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gresham Arthur Academy offer ?
Gresham Arthur Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gresham Arthur Academy part of?
Gresham Arthur Academy is part of Gresham-Barlow SD 10j School District.
In what neighborhood is Gresham Arthur Academy located?
Gresham Arthur Academy is located in the North Central neighborhood of Gresham, OR. There are 3 other public schools located in North Central.
School Reviews
5 10/31/2011
Strong academic program. Focus on helping those children behind grade level to catch up and excel. Small school setting allows the teachers to personally get to know all the students. Very active parent group!
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