Serving 335 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sitton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher 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 12:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sitton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Sitton Elementary School's student population of 335 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
335 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sitton 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 Sitton Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#632 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
43%
26%
Black
12%
3%
White
28%
58%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
51%
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 Sitton Elementary School's ranking?
Sitton Elementary School is ranked #632 out of 1,174 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?
40-44% 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 Sitton Elementary School?
335 students attend Sitton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Sitton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sitton Elementary School?
Sitton Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sitton Elementary School offer ?
Sitton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sitton Elementary School part of?
Sitton Elementary School is part of Portland School District 1j.
In what neighborhood is Sitton Elementary School located?
Sitton Elementary School is located in the North Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 14 other public schools located in North Portland.
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