Serving 270 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Arleta Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Math Proficiency: 39%
- Reading Proficiency: 52%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arleta Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Arleta Elementary School's student population of 270 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
270 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Arleta Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)52%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
4%
Hispanic
12%
25%
Black
4%
2%
White
63%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
How many students attend Arleta Elementary School?
270 students attend Arleta Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Arleta Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arleta Elementary School?
Arleta Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Arleta Elementary School offer ?
Arleta Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Arleta Elementary School part of?
Arleta Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Arleta Elementary School located?
Arleta Elementary School is located in the Mount Scott Arleta neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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