Serving 320 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Stephenson 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% 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: 320 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74%
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stephenson Elementary School's student population of 320 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
320 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Stephenson Elementary School is 0.47, 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)70-74%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)80-84%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
10%
25%
Black
2%
2%
White
71%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
13%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
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 Stephenson Elementary School often compared to?
Stephenson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverdale Grade School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
How many students attend Stephenson Elementary School?
320 students attend Stephenson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Stephenson Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stephenson Elementary School?
Stephenson Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Stephenson Elementary School offer ?
Stephenson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Stephenson Elementary School part of?
Stephenson Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Stephenson Elementary School located?
Stephenson Elementary School is located in the Southwest Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 10 other public schools located in Southwest Portland.
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