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#138 of 1,226 schools in OR

Top 11% in state

Roseway Heights School

Middle School · Portland SD 1J

7334 NE Siskiyou St, Portland, OR 97213

Enrollment

549

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

8.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Portland

#53 of 148

public schools

Oregon middle schools

#13 of 207

In district

#48 of 85

Portland SD 1J

School environment

9.6 / 10

Exceptional

About Roseway Heights School

Roseway Heights School is a public middle school in Portland, OR, part of the Portland SD 1J. The school serves approximately 549 students in grades 6th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 14.1:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 88.8th percentile among OR schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 26% proficiency in math, 6 points below the state average and 35% in reading/language arts, 8 points below the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.6/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $95,801, where 61% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large city setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.4Exceptional40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+0.75 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.5Above Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28.2%
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.8%
Math vs. State Avg-3.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.2 pts
Overall Proficiency34%
Expected (poverty-adj.)33%
vs. Expected+0.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
Resources & Environment9.6Exceptional25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,309

Roseway Heights School — Students at Roseway Heights School score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

65.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 26.1%
School
State
31.8%
ELA Proficiency 35.3%
School
State
43.0%

Based on 6 test records from OR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
25%
ELA
33%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
34%
2025
Math
28.2%
ELA
38.8%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.

How Roseway Heights School Compares

See how Roseway Heights School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.4/10
89th percentile in OR
Academic
6.5/10
6.5/10
Growth
9.4/10
Above average
Environment
9.6/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
66%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers

Location

7334 NE Siskiyou St, Portland, OR 97213

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Roseway Heights School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Beaumont Middle School (rated 9.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mt Tabor Middle School (rated 9.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Leodis V. McDaniel High School Portland 0.3 mi 7.4
Scott Elementary School Portland 0.8 mi 9.1
Hassolo School Portland 1.0 mi
Rose City Park Portland 0.9 mi 8.9
COMMUNITY TRANSITIONAL SCHOOL Portland 1.4 mi 8.6
ST ROSE SCHOOL Portland 1.0 mi 6.0
Lee Elementary School Portland 1.0 mi 9.0
Vestal Elementary School Portland 1.4 mi 8.4
Helensview High School Portland 1.4 mi 7.8
Rigler Elementary School Portland 1.3 mi 9.0
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Portland 1.5 mi 6.4
Portland Arthur Academy Charter School Portland 1.9 mi 9.1
COLUMBIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Portland 1.7 mi 7.3
Mt Tabor Middle School Portland 1.8 mi 9.0
THE PORTLAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Portland 1.8 mi 5.9
Beaumont Middle School Portland 1.6 mi 9.6
Prescott Elementary School Portland 1.7 mi 6.1
Bridger Creative Science School Portland 2.3 mi 9.0
FORA HEALTH ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL Portland 1.9 mi
Glencoe Elementary School Portland 2.2 mi 9.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97213 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,801

Median Home Value

$609,100

Median Rent

$1,490/mo

Population

31,238

College Educated

60.9%

Homeownership

64.4%

Avg Commute

22.2 min

Poverty Rate

8.3%

Median Age

42.8

Community Profile

The community surrounding Roseway Heights School has a median household income of $95,801. It is a well-educated community where 61% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $609,100, with a median rent of $1,490/month. The local poverty rate of 8.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 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
Chehalem Valley Middle School Newberg, OR 8.4
Ockley Green Middle School Portland, OR 8.3
da Vinci Middle School Portland, OR 8.7
Ashland Middle School Ashland, OR 8.1
Hosford Middle School Portland, OR 8.1
Sellwood Middle School Portland, OR 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Roseway Heights School

What grades does Roseway Heights School serve?

Roseway Heights School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Roseway Heights School?

Roseway Heights School has an enrollment of approximately 549 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Roseway Heights School?

The student-teacher ratio at Roseway Heights School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Roseway Heights School rank in OR?

Roseway Heights School is ranked #138 out of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is Roseway Heights School's MySchoolScout rating?

Roseway Heights School has a composite rating of 8.4 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 Roseway Heights School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Roseway Heights School has 26.1% math proficiency and 35.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Roseway Heights School a charter school?

No, Roseway Heights School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Roseway Heights School a Title I school?

No, Roseway Heights School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Roseway Heights School?

65.6% of students at Roseway Heights 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
80 Very Walkable
Transit Score
44 Some Transit
Bike Score
92 Biker’s Paradise
City Safety
High (6,288/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Portland). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
549
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
65.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Multnomah County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Portland SD 1J
District Enrollment
44,039
Schools in District
86
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,800
District Rank
#48 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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