Open Meadow successfully re-engages disconnected youth in their education, providing academic and support services to those at high risk of dropping out of school.
All students work toward high school graduation. We educate students in small middle and high school programs and provide an array of transition services that help students move smoothly from middle school to high school and from high school to college and career. "Open Meadow is not a place.
It's a belief that with love and support you will be able to do your best and succeed in life." former Open Meadow student.
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
45%
State avg.: 25%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Average Class Size
14 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
At Open Meadow we strive to develop connection, capability, and confidence in disconnected youth through relationship-based,quality learning experiences that result in academic, personal, and community success. Strong, healthy communities have pathways to success for everyone. Education is central to creating these pathways. It is the key to disrupting core issues of racism, poverty, and violence that are barriers to success. Open Meadow focuses on young people: endowing them with the skills, power and hope to be agents of change in their communities. Investing in the education of every student motivates and empowers them to create the vibrant, equitable communities we all deserve.
Open Meadow served nearly 1,000 youth in 2011-12 through our four programs:
- Middle School: (60 students, ages 11-15) In addition to tackling the academic subjects they need for high school we prepare our 6th - 8th graders with other skills we know they will need: high expectations of themselves, positive self-concept, respect for others, accountability and good decision-making.
- High School: (125 students, ages 15 - 21) Our accredited high school makes it possible for students to “drop back in” and finish their high school education. Smaller class sizes and mutually accountable relationships help students address the personal, social and emotional challenges that have impeded their success and intense learning experiences help them discover their unique intelligence. We urge them to take an on-campus college class before they graduate and most do.
- Career Services: Works to ensure that all Open Meadow youth reach their long-term career goals by providing access to advanced employment and educational opportunities, focused training, and comprehensive support. Youth from all around Portland are welcome to apply for admission to Career Services programs.
- Step-Up: In collaboration with Roosevelt, Madison, Franklin, and Gresham High Schools, students at very high risk of dropping out of school participate in tutoring, mentoring, leadership development, and summer enrichment programs.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Open Meadow HIgh School?
The application deadline for Open Meadow HIgh School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Open Meadow HIgh School is Pathfinder Academy (0.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Holy Cross Catholic School (1.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is The Montesorri House Of St. Johns (0.6 miles away)
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School
Location
Miles
Grades
Students
The Montesorri House Of St. Johns
Daycare / Preschool
Grades: PK-K | 36 students 0.6 miles 7528 N Charleston Ave
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 719-5818
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 719-5818
0.6
PK-K
36
Pathfinder Academy
Alternative School
Grades: 11-12 | 16 students 0.6 miles 7528 N Chaleston
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-3299
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 916-3299
0.6
11-12
16
Grades: PK-8 | 192 students 1.3 miles 5202 N Bowdoin St
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 329-4868
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 329-4868
1.3
PK-8
192
Grades: PK-7 | 103 students 1.9 miles 4227 N Lombard Street
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 753-4459
Portland, OR 97203
(503) 753-4459
1.9
PK-7
103
Open School North
Alternative School
Grades: 6-8 | 40 students 2.4 miles 7602 N Emerald Ave
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 488-5191
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 488-5191
2.4
6-8
40
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