Serving 552 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ainsworth Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 552 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Math Proficiency: 75%
- Reading Proficiency: 82%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ainsworth Elementary School's student population of 552 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
552 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ainsworth 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)75%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)82%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
20%
25%
Black
1%
2%
White
62%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Ainsworth Elementary School often compared to?
Ainsworth Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bridlemile Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
How many students attend Ainsworth Elementary School?
552 students attend Ainsworth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Ainsworth Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ainsworth Elementary School?
Ainsworth Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ainsworth Elementary School offer ?
Ainsworth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Ainsworth Elementary School part of?
Ainsworth Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Ainsworth Elementary School located?
Ainsworth Elementary School is located in the Southwest Hills neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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