ARCO IRIS SPANISH IMMERSION SCHOOL

Arco Iris Spanish Immersion School is a public charter elementary school that is part of the Beaverton SD 48J school district, located in Beaverton, OR with about 316 students offering grade levels from 1st Grade to 8th Grade. With about 16 teachers, Arco Iris Spanish Immersion School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Arco Iris Spanish Immersion School, located in Beaverton, Oregon, is a tuition-free public charter school that offers a unique K-5 educational experience. Its core mission is to provide students with high-level academic instruction while simultaneously developing fluency in the Spanish language. By integrating Spanish immersion into the standard curriculum, the school aims to foster multicultural competency, critical thinking, and global citizenship, preparing students to thrive in an increasingly interconnected world.

The school is recognized for its nurturing environment and commitment to academic excellence. Because it operates as a charter school within the Beaverton School District, it emphasizes strong community involvement and personalized learning. Through a combination of rigorous coursework and cultural enrichment, Arco Iris seeks to empower its students to become bilingual and biliterate, providing them with a distinct educational advantage that extends well beyond their elementary years.

For more information, contact Arco Iris Spanish Immersion School at (503) 473-0416 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.