Serving 560 students in grades Kindergarten-5, North Gresham Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Gresham Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
North Gresham Elementary School's student population of 560 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
560 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
North Gresham 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 North Gresham Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#1128 out of 1196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
31%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
44%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1

American Indian
1%
1%

Asian
4%
4%

Hispanic
40%
26%

Black
9%
3%

White
30%
58%

Hawaiian
4%
1%

Two or more races
12%
7%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
51%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Gresham Elementary School's ranking?
North Gresham Elementary School is ranked #1128 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend North Gresham Elementary School?
560 students attend North Gresham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of North Gresham Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Gresham Elementary School?
North Gresham Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Gresham Elementary School offer ?
North Gresham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is North Gresham Elementary School part of?
North Gresham Elementary School is part of Gresham-Barlow SD 10j School District.
In what neighborhood is North Gresham Elementary School located?
North Gresham Elementary School is located in the North Central neighborhood of Gresham, OR. There are 3 other public schools located in North Central.
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