Serving 337 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Atkinson Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 38% 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: 337 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Atkinson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Atkinson Elementary School's student population of 337 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
337 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Atkinson Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Atkinson 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
#95 out of 1196 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
32%
25%
Black
1%
3%
White
62%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Atkinson Elementary School's ranking?
Atkinson Elementary School is ranked #95 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Atkinson Elementary School often compared to?
Atkinson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Buckman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Atkinson Elementary School?
337 students attend Atkinson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Atkinson Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Atkinson Elementary School?
Atkinson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Atkinson Elementary School offer ?
Atkinson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Atkinson Elementary School part of?
Atkinson Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Atkinson Elementary School located?
Atkinson Elementary School is located in the South Tabor neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 2 other public schools located in South Tabor.
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