BENSON POLYTECHNIC HIGH SCHOOL
Benson Polytechnic High School is a public high school that is part of the Portland SD 1J school district, located in Portland, OR with about 1,027 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 58 teachers, Benson Polytechnic High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.
Benson Polytechnic High School, located in Portland, Oregon, is a specialized career-technical education (CTE) school within the Portland Public Schools district. Distinguished by its rigorous dual-focus curriculum, the school integrates traditional college-preparatory academics with advanced vocational training. Students at Benson choose from a variety of professional pathways—such as engineering, automotive technology, construction, health occupations, and digital media—allowing them to gain hands-on experience and industry-standard certifications while fulfilling their high school graduation requirements.
The school is well-regarded for its mission to bridge the gap between classroom theory and real-world application, preparing students for both higher education and immediate entry into the workforce. Benson serves as a unique educational hub in Portland, fostering a culture of innovation and technical proficiency. With its blend of academic rigor and specialized shop-based learning, the school provides a distinct alternative to the comprehensive high school experience, aiming to equip graduates with the practical skills and technical literacy necessary to succeed in a modern, competitive economy.
For more information, contact Benson Polytechnic High School at (503) 916-5100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Portland, OR 97232-2785
(503) 916-5100
BENSON POLYTECHNIC HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Portland, OR with about 1,027 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Oregon
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Portland SD 1J
- Total Students:
- 1,027
- Teachers:
- 58
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Supplemental Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,027 students
- White
- 38.8%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 25.5%
- Black or African American
- 15.1%
- Two or more races
- 9.8%
- Asian
- 9.6%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.6%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.6%
- Female
- 40.8%
- Male
- 59.2%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.