Serving 651 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Laurelhurst 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 70% (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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 651 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Math Proficiency: 70%
- Reading Proficiency: 82%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Laurelhurst Elementary School's student population of 651 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
651 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Laurelhurst Elementary School is 0.36, 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)70%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)82%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
6%
25%
Black
2%
2%
White
79%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Laurelhurst Elementary School often compared to?
Laurelhurst Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beverly Cleary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% 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 Laurelhurst Elementary School?
651 students attend Laurelhurst Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Laurelhurst Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laurelhurst Elementary School?
Laurelhurst Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Laurelhurst Elementary School offer ?
Laurelhurst Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Laurelhurst Elementary School part of?
Laurelhurst Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Laurelhurst Elementary School located?
Laurelhurst Elementary School is located in the Laurelhurst neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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