Serving 434 students in grades 6-8, Da Vinci Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
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Da Vinci Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
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Da Vinci Middle School's student population of 434 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
434 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
Da Vinci Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Da Vinci Middle School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#210 out of 1196 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
13%
25%
Black
7%
3%
White
62%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
14%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
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Da Vinci Middle School is ranked #210 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Da Vinci Middle School often compared to?
Da Vinci Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mt Tabor Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Da Vinci Middle School?
434 students attend Da Vinci Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Da Vinci Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Da Vinci Middle School?
Da Vinci Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Da Vinci Middle School offer ?
Da Vinci Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Da Vinci Middle School part of?
Da Vinci Middle School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Da Vinci Middle School located?
Da Vinci Middle School is located in the Kerns neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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My daughter started here in 6th grade & is now in 8th. She loves theater & this school was a great fit for her. The kids have been friendly & inclusive & teachers are all supportive and enthusiastic. We enjoyed the experience.
Review Da Vinci Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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