Serving 315 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Winterhaven School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winterhaven School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Winterhaven School's student population of 315 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
315 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
School Rankings
Winterhaven School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Winterhaven School is 0.42, 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
#3 out of 1174 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
6%
26%
Black
2%
3%
White
75%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
13%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
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 Winterhaven School's ranking?
Winterhaven School is ranked #3 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Winterhaven School often compared to?
Winterhaven Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sellwood Middle School, Riverdale Grade School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Winterhaven School?
315 students attend Winterhaven School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Winterhaven School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Winterhaven School?
Winterhaven School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Winterhaven School offer ?
Winterhaven School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Winterhaven School part of?
Winterhaven School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Winterhaven School located?
Winterhaven School is located in the Brooklyn neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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