Serving 285 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Abernethy 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 78% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Abernethy Elementary School serves the southeast area of Portland, OR, covering approximately 1.8 square miles. Most students live within a short 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being 1.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Abernethy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Abernethy Elementary School's student population of 285 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
285 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Abernethy Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abernethy Elementary School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#23 out of 1174 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
9%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
79%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.4%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abernethy Elementary School's ranking?
Abernethy Elementary School is ranked #23 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Abernethy Elementary School?
285 students attend Abernethy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Abernethy Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Abernethy Elementary School?
Abernethy Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Abernethy Elementary School offer ?
Abernethy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Abernethy Elementary School part of?
Abernethy Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Abernethy Elementary School located?
Abernethy Elementary School is located in the Ladds Addition neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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