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Sam Barlow High School

Gresham-Barlow SD 10J · Multnomah County · 5105 SE 302nd Ave, Gresham, OR 97080.0

(503)258-4850

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4/10
#135
Rank 135 out of 203
Top 66%
English Language Arts4/10 · #136 · 38th percentile
Mathematics4/10 · #127 · 38th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

School Overview

Sam Barlow High School sits in the eastern reaches of the Portland metro area, where Gresham has a grounded, working-class character that feels a world away from the bustle of inner SE Portland. The school draws from a broad mix of families across a large district, and while its academic scores land in the middle of the pack statewide, it offers the size and program variety that comes with being one of the larger high schools in the region. Families who value a true neighborhood school feel — with strong extracurriculars, community ties, and the affordability of Gresham living compared to closer-in suburbs — tend to find a comfortable home here.

Student Demographics

296 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
167 (56%)
Hispanic
81 (27%)
Multiple Races
18 (6%)
Asian
12 (4%)
Other
18 (6%)

Key Indicators

Socioeconomically Disadvantaged67 (23%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

1,635
Enrollment
64.81
Teachers (FTE)
25.2:1
Student-Staff Ratio
4
Administrators (FTE)
28
Avg Class Size

Graduation Rate

89.4%of students graduate within 4 years

Graduation Rate Trend

College Readiness

Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs offer college-level coursework and are a key indicator of academic rigor.

10
AP Courses
offered
25.5%
AP Participation
of students
436
AP Enrollment
students

Source: Civil Rights Data Collection (CRDC) 2021-22

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs4/10 · #162 · 38th percentile

31 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among High Schools in Oregon.