Serving 427 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Markham Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49%
- Reading Proficiency: 60%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Markham Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Markham Elementary School's student population of 427 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
427 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Markham Elementary School is 0.64, 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)45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
9%
25%
Black
18%
2%
White
56%
60%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Markham Elementary School often compared to?
Markham Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverdale Grade School, Stephenson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
How many students attend Markham Elementary School?
427 students attend Markham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Markham Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Markham Elementary School?
Markham Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Markham Elementary School offer ?
Markham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Markham Elementary School part of?
Markham Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Markham Elementary School located?
Markham Elementary School is located in the West Portland Park neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in West Portland Park.
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