Serving 407 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ardenwald Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ardenwald Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ardenwald Elementary School's student population of 407 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
407 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ardenwald Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ardenwald Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#388 out of 1196 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
16%
25%
Black
2%
3%
White
66%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
14%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ardenwald Elementary School's ranking?
Ardenwald Elementary School is ranked #388 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Ardenwald Elementary School often compared to?
Ardenwald Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Milwaukie El Puente Elementary School, Lewelling 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 31% OR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Ardenwald Elementary School?
407 students attend Ardenwald Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Ardenwald Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ardenwald Elementary School?
Ardenwald Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ardenwald Elementary School offer ?
Ardenwald Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Ardenwald Elementary School part of?
Ardenwald Elementary School is part of North Clackamas SD 12 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ardenwald Elementary School located?
Ardenwald Elementary School is located in the Ardenwald neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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