Serving 236 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lee 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34%
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lee Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Lee Elementary School's student population of 236 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
236 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lee Elementary School is 0.77, 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)30-34%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)45-49%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
4%
Hispanic
19%
25%
Black
15%
2%
White
38%
60%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Lee Elementary School often compared to?
Lee Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leodis V. Mcdaniel High School, Roseway Heights School, Vestal Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
How many students attend Lee Elementary School?
236 students attend Lee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Lee Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lee Elementary School?
Lee Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lee Elementary School offer ?
Lee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Lee Elementary School part of?
Lee Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Lee Elementary School located?
Lee Elementary School is located in the Northeast Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 9 other public schools located in Northeast Portland.
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