da Vinci Arts Middle School, also known as da Vinci Middle School, is a public middle school in the Kerns neighborhood of Portland, Oregon, in the United States. It is an arts-focused school in the Portland Public School District.
Serving 427 students in grades 6-8, Da Vinci Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 39% (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 19:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Da Vinci Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Da Vinci Middle School's student population of 427 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
427 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Da Vinci Middle School 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 Da Vinci Middle School is 0.59, 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
#259 out of 1174 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
14%
26%
Black
8%
3%
White
60%
57%
Two or more races
13%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.6%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Da Vinci Middle School's ranking?
Da Vinci Middle School is ranked #259 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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?
39% 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?
427 students attend Da Vinci Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Da Vinci Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Da Vinci Middle School?
Da Vinci Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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