Serving 310 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Maplewood Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher 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 26% 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-5
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maplewood 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
Maplewood Elementary School's student population of 310 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
310 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Maplewood 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 Maplewood Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#54 out of 1196 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
12%
25%
Black
1%
3%
White
74%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
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 Maplewood Elementary School's ranking?
Maplewood Elementary School is ranked #54 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Maplewood Elementary School often compared to?
Maplewood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hayhurst Elementary School, Bridlemile Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Maplewood Elementary School?
310 students attend Maplewood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Maplewood Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maplewood Elementary School?
Maplewood Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Maplewood Elementary School offer ?
Maplewood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Maplewood Elementary School part of?
Maplewood Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Maplewood Elementary School located?
Maplewood Elementary School is located in the Southwest Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 10 other public schools located in Southwest Portland.
School Reviews
5 10/29/2006
My daughter attended all her years here and now is onto middle school. It was an amazing school. A true gem. The unknown secret in Portland. We still miss it... The teachers, principal, and staff are devoted, loving, open, and wise.
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