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The Cottonwood School of Civics and Science

Oregon Department of Education · Multnomah County · 640 S Bancroft St, Portland, OR 97239.0

(503)244-1697

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8/10
#137
Rank 137 out of 666
Top 20%
English Language Arts9/10 · #101 · 85th percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #189 · 72nd percentile

English Language Arts

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School Overview

Tucked into Portland's southwest side, Cottonwood is a charter school with a clear sense of purpose — blending civic engagement with hands-on science in a way that feels genuinely intentional rather than just a tagline. Families drawn to project-based learning and a school culture that takes community involvement seriously tend to find a real home here. It's a strong fit for parents who want their kids thinking critically about the world around them, and the school's solid English scores and respectable math numbers put it comfortably among Portland's better options.

Student Demographics

118 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
73 (62%)
Multiple Races
19 (16%)
Hispanic
16 (14%)
Other
10 (8%)

Key Indicators

Socioeconomically Disadvantaged20 (17%)
Students with Disabilities38 (32%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

198
Enrollment
21
Avg Class Size

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 Programs10/10 · #7 · 99th percentile

437 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in Oregon.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found