Serving 493 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Scott 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 31% (which is equal to 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 13:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scott Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Scott Elementary School's student population of 493 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
493 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Scott Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scott Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#635 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
38%
26%
Black
11%
3%
White
35%
57%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
10%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.2%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scott Elementary School's ranking?
Scott Elementary School is ranked #635 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Scott Elementary School often compared to?
Scott Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rigler Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% 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 Scott Elementary School?
493 students attend Scott Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Scott Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Scott Elementary School?
Scott Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Scott Elementary School offer ?
Scott Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Scott Elementary School part of?
Scott Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Scott Elementary School located?
Scott Elementary School is located in the Roseway neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Roseway.
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