Serving 207 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Vestal 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 207 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29%
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vestal Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Vestal Elementary School's student population of 207 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
207 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Vestal Elementary School is 0.73, 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)25-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)40-44%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
4%
Hispanic
15%
25%
Black
12%
2%
White
46%
60%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
15%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Vestal Elementary School often compared to?
Vestal Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Portland Arthur Charter School, Harrison Park School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
How many students attend Vestal Elementary School?
207 students attend Vestal Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Vestal Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vestal Elementary School?
Vestal Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Vestal Elementary School offer ?
Vestal Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Vestal Elementary School part of?
Vestal Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
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