Serving 260 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Creston Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% 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: 260 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Creston 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
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Creston Elementary School's student population of 260 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
260 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Creston Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Creston Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#145 out of 1196 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
14%
25%
Black
3%
3%
White
69%
59%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creston Elementary School's ranking?
Creston Elementary School is ranked #145 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Creston Elementary School?
260 students attend Creston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Creston Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Creston Elementary School?
Creston Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Creston Elementary School offer ?
Creston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Creston Elementary School part of?
Creston Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Creston Elementary School located?
Creston Elementary School is located in the Creston Kenilworth neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Creston Kenilworth.
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