The Ivy School

The Ivy School serves 277 students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade as a public charter school in Portland's 97217 neighborhood. With 15 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio that allows for meaningful classroom interactions. Academically, The Ivy School demonstrates strong performance with a MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks in the 81st percentile statewide at #235 out of 1,231 Oregon schools.

Students show particular strength in English Language Arts, with 62% scoring proficient or above across grade levels. Mathematics performance shows room for growth, with 42% of students meeting proficiency standards. The school operates in a well-established Portland neighborhood where families value education highly — 58% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

The community enjoys economic stability with a median household income of $102,051 and a relatively low poverty rate of 9.4%. Home values in the area average $535,800, reflecting the neighborhood's desirability. As a charter school, The Ivy School offers families an alternative educational approach within the public school system.

The school's urban setting in one of Portland's diverse neighborhoods provides students with access to the cultural and educational resources of a major metropolitan area.

The Ivy School is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.