Lewis Elementary School

4401 Se Evergreen St
Portland, OR 97206
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Top 10%
Serving 297 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lewis Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher 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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 297 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 28%
  • : Top 10% in OR
  • : 60-64% (Top 5%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 10%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Lewis Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Lewis Elementary School's student population of 297 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
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Total Students
297 students
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Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
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Year Founded
2000
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 15, 2026

School Rankings

Lewis Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lewis Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (OR)
#65 out of 1174 schools
(Top 10%)
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60-64%
31%
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65-69%
44%
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50-54%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
4%
4%
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Hispanic
11%
26%
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Black
1%
3%
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White
72%
58%
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Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
12%
7%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.46
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Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
51%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lewis Elementary School's ranking?
Lewis Elementary School is ranked #65 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Lewis Elementary School often compared to?
Lewis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Duniway 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 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Lewis Elementary School?
297 students attend Lewis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Lewis Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lewis Elementary School?
Lewis Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lewis Elementary School offer ?
Lewis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lewis Elementary School part of?
Lewis Elementary School is part of Portland School District 1j.
In what neighborhood is Lewis Elementary School located?
Lewis Elementary School is located in the Southeast Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 9 other public schools located in Southeast Portland.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 297 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 28%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 60-64% (Top 5%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 10%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

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