草榴社区

The Phonics Phactory (Closed 2023)

3333 Ne 8th Street
Gresham, OR 97080
The Phonics Phactory is a unique three days per week school.
The curriculum used is A Beka.  Spanish is taught to all students kindergarten and above.
Music appreciation and music theory is taught first through third grades.
A Parents Curriculum Guide is provided to enable parents to participate in their students education.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-10
Year Founded
1993
Summer School Offered
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
331 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
24%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
18 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • A new facility was opened September 21, 2004. This 27,000 sq. foot facility has a capacity of 365 students. A gymnasium, outdoor play area and covered playground are under construction and will be finished this year.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for The Phonics Phactory?
The application deadline for The Phonics Phactory is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is The Phonics Phactory located?
The Phonics Phactory is located in the Powell Valley neighborhood of Gresham, OR.

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