Serving 398 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Menlo Park 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 32% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (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 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Math Proficiency: 32%
- Reading Proficiency: 44%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Menlo Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Menlo Park Elementary School's student population of 398 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
398 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Menlo Park Elementary School is 0.76, 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)32%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)44%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
4%
Hispanic
30%
25%
Black
10%
2%
White
35%
60%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
How many students attend Menlo Park Elementary School?
398 students attend Menlo Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Menlo Park Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Menlo Park Elementary School?
Menlo Park Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Menlo Park Elementary School offer ?
Menlo Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Menlo Park Elementary School part of?
Menlo Park Elementary School is part of David Douglas SD 40 School District.
In what neighborhood is Menlo Park Elementary School located?
Menlo Park Elementary School is located in the Hazelwood neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 5 other public schools located in Hazelwood.
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