Serving 674 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Laurelhurst Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% 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-8
- Enrollment: 674 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laurelhurst 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
Laurelhurst Elementary School's student population of 674 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
674 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Laurelhurst Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laurelhurst Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#36 out of 1196 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
6%
25%
Black
2%
3%
White
77%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laurelhurst Elementary School's ranking?
Laurelhurst Elementary School is ranked #36 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Laurelhurst Elementary School often compared to?
Laurelhurst Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beverly Cleary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Laurelhurst Elementary School?
674 students attend Laurelhurst Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Laurelhurst Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laurelhurst Elementary School?
Laurelhurst Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Laurelhurst Elementary School offer ?
Laurelhurst Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Laurelhurst Elementary School part of?
Laurelhurst Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Laurelhurst Elementary School located?
Laurelhurst Elementary School is located in the Laurelhurst neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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