Serving 368 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Astor Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Oregon state average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Astor Elementary School's student population of 368 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
368 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Astor 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 Astor Elementary School is 0.60, which is more 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
#399 out of 1196 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
17%
25%
Black
4%
3%
White
59%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
16%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Astor Elementary School's ranking?
Astor Elementary School is ranked #399 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Astor Elementary School often compared to?
Astor Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cesar Chavez K-8 School, Sitton Elementary School, James John Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Astor Elementary School?
368 students attend Astor Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Astor Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Astor Elementary School?
Astor Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Astor Elementary School offer ?
Astor Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Astor Elementary School part of?
Astor Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Astor Elementary School located?
Astor Elementary School is located in the North Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 14 other public schools located in North Portland.
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