Serving 298 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lewelling 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lewelling Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lewelling Elementary School's student population of 298 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
298 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lewelling 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 Lewelling Elementary School is 0.59, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#682 out of 1196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
31%
25%
Black
3%
3%
White
56%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
20%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lewelling Elementary School's ranking?
Lewelling Elementary School is ranked #682 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Lewelling Elementary School often compared to?
Lewelling Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Milwaukie El Puente Elementary School, Linwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Lewelling Elementary School?
298 students attend Lewelling Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Lewelling Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lewelling Elementary School?
Lewelling Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lewelling Elementary School offer ?
Lewelling Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Lewelling Elementary School part of?
Lewelling Elementary School is part of North Clackamas SD 12 School District.
In what neighborhood is Lewelling Elementary School located?
Lewelling Elementary School is located in the Lewelling neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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