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Roseway Heights School

Middle School · Portland SD 1J

7334 NE Siskiyou St, Portland, OR 97213

Enrollment

549

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

5.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oregon schools

#833 of 1,226

In Portland

#122 of 148

public schools

In district

#80 of 85

Portland SD 1J

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Roseway Heights School

5.4/10

Middle School in Portland · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Roseway Heights School

Roseway Heights School is a public middle school in Portland, OR, part of Portland SD 1J. Roseway Heights School serves approximately 549 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Roseway Heights School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #833 of 1,226 schools in OR.

Structured state assessment records for Roseway Heights School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 8.0
  • OR avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

57% of students at Roseway Heights School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.3Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.93 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28.2% (2025 OSAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.8% (2025 OSAS)
Math vs. State Avg-3.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.2 pts
Overall Proficiency34% (2025 OSAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2025 OSAS)
vs. Expected+0.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,800
Chronic Absenteeism56.6%

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 51.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
31.8% (2025 OSAS)
ELA Proficiency 60.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 OSAS)

Based on 26 test records from OR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
85%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
71%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
65%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
69%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
59%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
59%
ELA
64%
2017
Math
44%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
25%
ELA
33%
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: 2.3/10.

How Roseway Heights School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.4/10
32th percentile in OR
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
66%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
56.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

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 8.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mt Tabor Middle School (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably 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 6.5
Scott Elementary School Portland 0.8 mi 8.7
Hassolo School Portland 1.0 mi
Rose City Park Portland 0.9 mi 9.5
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 8.5
Vestal Elementary School Portland 1.4 mi 7.7
Helensview High School Portland 1.4 mi 5.0
Rigler Elementary School Portland 1.3 mi 6.5
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Portland 1.5 mi 6.4
Portland Arthur Academy Charter School Portland 1.9 mi 9.0
COLUMBIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Portland 1.7 mi 7.3
Mt Tabor Middle School Portland 1.8 mi 8.6
THE PORTLAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Portland 1.8 mi 5.9
Beaumont Middle School Portland 1.6 mi 8.8
Prescott Elementary School Portland 1.7 mi 5.3
Bridger Creative Science School Portland 2.3 mi 9.1
FORA HEALTH ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL Portland 1.9 mi
Glencoe Elementary School Portland 2.2 mi 9.4

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

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Walker Middle School Salem, OR 5.3

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 ranks #833 of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is Roseway Heights School's MySchoolScout rating?

Roseway Heights School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Roseway Heights School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Roseway Heights School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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

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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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
56.6%

District

Portland SD 1J
District Enrollment
44,039
Schools in District
86
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,800
District Rank
#80 of 85

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