Serving 565 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Durham 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 41% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 565 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Durham Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Durham Elementary School's student population of 565 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
565 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Durham 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 Durham Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#387 out of 1196 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
27%
25%
Black
4%
3%
White
51%
59%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
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 Durham Elementary School's ranking?
Durham Elementary School is ranked #387 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Durham Elementary School often compared to?
Durham Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stafford Primary School, James Templeton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Durham Elementary School?
565 students attend Durham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Durham Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Durham Elementary School?
Durham Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Durham Elementary School offer ?
Durham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Durham Elementary School part of?
Durham Elementary School is part of Tigard-Tualatin SD 23j School District.
In what neighborhood is Durham Elementary School located?
Durham Elementary School is located in the Metzger neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 5 other public schools located in Metzger.
School Reviews
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