Serving 379 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Alder 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% 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: 379 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alder Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Alder Elementary School's student population of 379 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
379 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alder Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alder Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#1187 out of 1196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
12%
4%
Hispanic
56%
25%
Black
10%
2%
White
11%
60%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alder Elementary School's ranking?
Alder Elementary School is ranked #1187 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Alder Elementary School often compared to?
Alder Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rockwood Preparatory Academy, Parklane Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Alder Elementary School?
379 students attend Alder Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Alder Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 11% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 7% 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 Alder Elementary School?
Alder Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Alder Elementary School offer ?
Alder Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Alder Elementary School part of?
Alder Elementary School is part of Reynolds SD 7 School District.
In what neighborhood is Alder Elementary School located?
Alder Elementary School is located in the Centennial Community Association neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 4 other public schools located in Centennial Community Association.
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