Serving 467 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Powell Butte Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 1% in OR)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Powell Butte Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Powell Butte Elementary School's student population of 467 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
467 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Powell Butte Elementary School is 0.78, 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)30%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)36%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
17%
4%
Hispanic
28%
25%
Black
10%
2%
White
32%
60%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Powell Butte Elementary School often compared to?
Powell Butte Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ventura Park Elementary School, Rockwood Preparatory Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
How many students attend Powell Butte Elementary School?
467 students attend Powell Butte Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Powell Butte Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Powell Butte Elementary School?
Powell Butte Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Powell Butte Elementary School offer ?
Powell Butte Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Powell Butte Elementary School part of?
Powell Butte Elementary School is part of Centennial SD 28j School District.
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