Excellent
#74 of 1,226 schools in OR
Top 6% in state
Cleveland High School
High School · Portland SD 1J
3400 SE 26th Ave, Portland, OR 97202
Enrollment
1,472
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
8.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,472
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
8.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Portland
#39 of 148
public schools
Oregon high schools
#3 of 250
In district
#38 of 85
Portland SD 1J
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Exceptional
About Cleveland High School
Cleveland High School is a public high school in Portland, OR, part of the Portland SD 1J. The school serves approximately 1,472 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 19.4:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.8/10, placing it in the 94th percentile among OR schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 47% proficiency in math, 15 points above the state average and 68% in reading/language arts, 25 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.0/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $100,353, where 65% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
What's said publicly about Cleveland High School
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Score Breakdown
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Cleveland High School — Students at Cleveland High School score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
20.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)
Based on 6 test records from OR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.
How Cleveland High School Compares
See how Cleveland High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2020-21 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 42% (2019) to 41.5% (2025). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 65% (2019) to 67.2% (2025).
Location
3400 SE 26th Ave, Portland, OR 97202
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cleveland High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, PACIFIC CREST COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 1.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hosford Middle School Portland | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| TUCKER MAXON SCHOOL Portland | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Grout Elementary School Portland | 0.6 mi | 9.4 |
| VENN ACADEMY Portland | 0.7 mi | — |
| Winterhaven School Portland | 0.6 mi | 9.1 |
| Abernethy Elementary School Portland | 0.8 mi | 9.2 |
| Sunnyside Environmental School Portland | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Richmond Elementary School Portland | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| ST IGNATIUS SCHOOL Portland | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Portland | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Buckman Elementary School Portland | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Creston Elementary School Portland | 1.2 mi | 9.6 |
| Le Monde French Immersion Public Charter School Portland | 1.7 mi | 9.5 |
| Llewellyn Elementary School Portland | 1.6 mi | 9.3 |
| WHOLE CHILD MONTESSORI CENTER Portland | 1.5 mi | — |
| PACIFIC CREST COMMUNITY SCHOOL Portland | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| da Vinci Middle School Portland | 1.8 mi | 8.7 |
| VILLAGE FREE SCHOOL Portland | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Duniway Elementary School Portland | 2.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Woodstock Elementary School Portland | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97202 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,353
Median Home Value
$684,800
Median Rent
$1,674/mo
Population
44,107
College Educated
64.7%
Homeownership
50.6%
Avg Commute
24.4 min
Poverty Rate
9.9%
Median Age
37.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Cleveland High School has a median household income of $100,353. It is a well-educated community where 65% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $684,800, with a median rent of $1,674/month. The local poverty rate of 9.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ashland High School Ashland, OR | 8.1 |
| Lincoln High School Portland, OR | 8.1 |
| Beaverton High School Beaverton, OR | 8.0 |
| Ida B. Wells-Barnett High School Portland, OR | 8.0 |
| Sunset High School Portland, OR | 8.0 |
| Crescent Valley High School Corvallis, OR | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cleveland High School
What grades does Cleveland High School serve?
Cleveland High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Cleveland High School?
Cleveland High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,472 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cleveland High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cleveland High School is 19.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cleveland High School rank in OR?
Cleveland High School is ranked #74 out of 1,226 schools in OR.
What is Cleveland High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cleveland High School has a composite rating of 8.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Cleveland High School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Cleveland High School has 46.8% math proficiency and 68.1% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Cleveland High School a charter school?
No, Cleveland High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cleveland High School a Title I school?
No, Cleveland High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cleveland High School?
20.9% of students at Cleveland High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 89 Very Walkable
- Transit Score
- 55 Good Transit
- Bike Score
- 93 Biker’s Paradise
- City Safety
- High (6,288/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,472
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 76
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 20.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Multnomah County
- Phone
- (503) 916-5120
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Portland SD 1J- District Enrollment
- 44,039
- Schools in District
- 86
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,800
- District Rank
- #38 of 85
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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