Serving 472 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gilbert Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 29% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 472 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gilbert Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gilbert Park Elementary School's student population of 472 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
472 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gilbert Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gilbert Park Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#729 out of 1196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
12%
4%
Hispanic
20%
26%
Black
12%
3%
White
43%
58%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
51%
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 Gilbert Park Elementary School's ranking?
Gilbert Park Elementary School is ranked #729 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Gilbert Park Elementary School often compared to?
Gilbert Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rockwood Preparatory Academy, Gilbert Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Gilbert Park Elementary School?
472 students attend Gilbert Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Gilbert Park Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gilbert Park Elementary School?
Gilbert Park Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gilbert Park Elementary School offer ?
Gilbert Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Gilbert Park Elementary School part of?
Gilbert Park Elementary School is part of David Douglas SD 40 School District.
In what neighborhood is Gilbert Park Elementary School located?
Gilbert Park Elementary School is located in the Powellhurst Gilbert neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 3 other public schools located in Powellhurst Gilbert.
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