Serving 363 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Powellhurst 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 41% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 363 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Powellhurst Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
West Powellhurst Elementary School's student population of 363 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
363 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Powellhurst 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 West Powellhurst Elementary School is 0.77, 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
#990 out of 1196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
4%
Hispanic
26%
25%
Black
13%
3%
White
35%
59%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
18%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Powellhurst Elementary School's ranking?
West Powellhurst Elementary School is ranked #990 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are West Powellhurst Elementary School often compared to?
West Powellhurst Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Earl Boyles Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend West Powellhurst Elementary School?
363 students attend West Powellhurst Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of West Powellhurst Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Powellhurst Elementary School?
West Powellhurst Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Powellhurst Elementary School offer ?
West Powellhurst Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is West Powellhurst Elementary School part of?
West Powellhurst Elementary School is part of David Douglas SD 40 School District.
In what neighborhood is West Powellhurst Elementary School located?
West Powellhurst Elementary School is located in the Powellhurst Gilbert neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 3 other public schools located in Powellhurst Gilbert.
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