Serving 464 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gilbert Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Math Proficiency: 33%
- Reading Proficiency: 43%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gilbert Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gilbert Park Elementary School's student population of 464 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
464 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gilbert Park Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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)33%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)43%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
12%
4%
Hispanic
21%
25%
Black
11%
2%
White
45%
60%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Gilbert Park Elementary School often compared to?
Gilbert Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rockwood Preparatory Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
How many students attend Gilbert Park Elementary School?
464 students attend Gilbert Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Gilbert Park Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gilbert Park Elementary School?
Gilbert Park Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gilbert Park Elementary School offer ?
Gilbert Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Gilbert Park Elementary School part of?
Gilbert Park Elementary School is part of David Douglas SD 40 School District.
In what neighborhood is Gilbert Park Elementary School located?
Gilbert Park Elementary School is located in the Powellhurst Gilbert neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 3 other public schools located in Powellhurst Gilbert.
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