Arts & Communication Magnet Academy is a publicly funded arts magnet school in Beaverton, Oregon, United States. It is a member of the International Network of Schools for the Advancement of Arts Education.
Serving 669 students in grades 6-12, Arts And Communication Magnet Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 669 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arts And Communication Magnet Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Arts And Communication Magnet Academy's student population of 669 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
669 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1992
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Motto
Arts & Communication Magnet Academy's innovative educational community engages all students and staff in achieving academic and artistic excellence.
School Rankings
Arts And Communication Magnet Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arts And Communication Magnet Academy is 0.56, 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
#281 out of 1174 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
18%
26%
Black
2%
3%
White
63%
58%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Arts And Communication Magnet Academy's ranking?
Arts And Communication Magnet Academy is ranked #281 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Arts And Communication Magnet Academy often compared to?
Arts And Communication Magnet Academyis often viewed alongside schools like International School Of Beaverton, Beaverton Academy Of Science And Engineering by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arts And Communication Magnet Academy?
The graduation rate of Arts And Communication Magnet Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Arts And Communication Magnet Academy?
669 students attend Arts And Communication Magnet Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Arts And Communication Magnet Academy students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arts And Communication Magnet Academy?
Arts And Communication Magnet Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Arts And Communication Magnet Academy offer ?
Arts And Communication Magnet Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Arts And Communication Magnet Academy part of?
Arts And Communication Magnet Academy is part of Beaverton SD 48j School District.
In what neighborhood is Arts And Communication Magnet Academy located?
Arts And Communication Magnet Academy is located in the Central Beaverton neighborhood of Beaverton, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Central Beaverton.
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