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Grant High School

#3 in Best Public High Schools in Multnomah County
  • A-
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Portland, OR
  • 270 reviews
    A-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A-
    2. Diversity
      B+
    3. Teachers
      B+
    4. College Prep
      A-
    5. Clubs & Activities
      B
    6. Health & Safety
      B
    7. Administration
      C-
    8. Sports
      A
    9. Food
      C-
    10. Resources & Facilities
      C
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    Grant High School is a highly rated, public school located in Portland, OR. It has 1,511 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 20 to 1. According to state test scores, 42% of students are at least proficient in math and 77% in reading.
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    (503) 916-5160
    2245 NE 36th Ave
    Portland, OR 97212
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    Grant High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    77%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    42%
    Average Graduation Rate
    93%
    Average SAT
    1250
    311 responses
    Average ACT
    28
    197 responses
    AP Enrollment
    31%
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    Living in the Area
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      D+
    2. Good for Families
      A+
    3. Housing
      B-
    Median Household Income
    $125,325
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $1,604
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $652,932
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    B
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    75%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.24 responses
    Poll
    79%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.24 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 49 responses
    Report
    • Sport Games
      35%
    • Dances
      16%
    • National Honors Society
      10%
    • Poetry slam
      6%
    • Grantasia
      6%
    • School musical
      6%
    • Choir
      4%

    Students

    Diversity
    B+
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    1,511
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    13%
    72%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.25 responses
    96%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.24 responses
    88%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.25 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    20:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $67,704
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    10.4%
    61%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.36 responses
    89%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.36 responses
    69%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.36 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    B
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Average
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Average
    Expenses Per Student
    $17,777/ year
    National
    $12,239
    86%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.36 responses
    33%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.36 responses
    56%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.36 responses
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    Grant High School Reviews

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    Academics: Well above average for a public school. Although, like any school, it has some uninspired teachers, I have found that almost all of my classes feel challenging and active. They are also very helpful, almost always available for help before/after school and during lunch. The library is really well-stocked, and there is good access to technology. Because of this, a good portion of the work is assigned and turned in through google classroom and google drive, which I find far better than handwriting.

    The best part of the school, though, is the community. Classrooms feel active due to the general energy that many students give off. There is minimal conflict between students, and for the most part I feel that people are always excited to make new friends.

    Definitely a school I'm glad to have spent the last four years at, and a strong competitor against area private schools for students who are motivated to succeed.
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    Grant has very good extra curricular activities such as the sports and music programs, the renowned US Constitution Team, mock trial, theater and dance departments, etc. However, the education is mediocre. For a public school there is obviously minimal funding but the academics could definitely be at a higher standard and more AP classes could be available to students. Environment is good, cafeteria is a bit scary, campus is very beautiful and is getting a remodel currently!
    Grant, for the most part, is very welcoming and accepting of anyone regardless of who you are. Even though we strive for this, our lack of a lot of diversity makes it hard to see. We have a large variety of clubs that gives everyone opportunities to connect with similar people and make friends. Our sports teams and other teams are all very passionate about what they do, but our student body could definitely be more involved. Grant, unfortunately, has a lack of great teachers, especially within the math department, and biased administration. Our Portland-based school creates the effect of the majority of the people connected to our school being left-leaning in terms of politics. This has led to some unfortunate conflicts in the past that have even gotten a teacher fired. In the future, if Grant's student body were more diverse, teachers better trained, and administration less biased, I believe that we would have a near-perfect high school experience.