Serving 316 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Grout Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 316 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grout Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Grout Elementary School's student population of 316 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
316 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Grout Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grout Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#348 out of 1196 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
12%
4%
Hispanic
13%
25%
Black
4%
3%
White
57%
59%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grout Elementary School's ranking?
Grout Elementary School is ranked #348 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Grout Elementary School often compared to?
Grout Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winterhaven School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Grout Elementary School?
316 students attend Grout Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Grout Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Grout Elementary School?
Grout Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Grout Elementary School offer ?
Grout Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Grout Elementary School part of?
Grout Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Grout Elementary School located?
Grout 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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