Serving 341 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Grout 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 bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39%
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grout Elementary School's student population of 341 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
341 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Grout Elementary School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)45-49%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
4%
Hispanic
9%
25%
Black
7%
2%
White
62%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Grout Elementary School often compared to?
Grout Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winterhaven School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
How many students attend Grout Elementary School?
341 students attend Grout Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Grout Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Grout Elementary School?
Grout Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Grout Elementary School offer ?
Grout Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Grout Elementary School part of?
Grout Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Grout Elementary School located?
Grout Elementary School is located in the Creston Kenilworth neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Creston Kenilworth.
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