This report describes 11 effective compensatory education programs in Oregon schools funded under Chapter 1 of the Education Consolidation and Improvement Act. One high school, four middle school, and six elementary school programs are profiled. Each profile includes the following information: (1) demographics; (2) staffing; (3) parent involvement; (4) instruction; (5) computer-assisted instruction; (6) materials; (7) organization; (8) management and expectations; (9) physical environment; (10) instrument for assessment; and (11) objectives. Programs were selected on the basis of a 3-year review of student performance on standardized tests. Although each of the programs has its own style and methods of teaching, the following common factors are reported: (1) low student-teacher ratio; (2) on-task behavior and student accountability; (3) direct instruction; (4) active participation; (5) emphasis on skills; (6) realistic objectives and expectations; (7) special teacher training and certification; (8) energetic, dedicated, skilled, caring teachers; (9) carefully selected materials; (10) strong coordination with the regular classroom curriculum; and (11) parent involvement. (FMW)