Serving 571 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jacob Wismer Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jacob Wismer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Jacob Wismer Elementary School's student population of 571 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
571 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jacob Wismer Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 740 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jacob Wismer 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#13 out of 740 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
58%
4%
Hispanic
8%
25%
Black
1%
2%
White
27%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jacob Wismer Elementary School's ranking?
Jacob Wismer Elementary School is ranked #13 out of 740 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Jacob Wismer Elementary School often compared to?
Jacob Wismer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Findley Elementary School, Sato Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% OR state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% OR state average).
How many students attend Jacob Wismer Elementary School?
571 students attend Jacob Wismer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Jacob Wismer Elementary School students are Asian, 27% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jacob Wismer Elementary School?
Jacob Wismer Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jacob Wismer Elementary School offer ?
Jacob Wismer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Jacob Wismer Elementary School part of?
Jacob Wismer Elementary School is part of Beaverton SD 48j School District.
In what neighborhood is Jacob Wismer Elementary School located?
Jacob Wismer Elementary School is located in the Bethany neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 3 other public schools located in Bethany.
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