Serving 377 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 3% (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 15:1 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 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 3% (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
School Overview
Alder Elementary School's student population of 377 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
377 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
School Rankings
Alder Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alder Elementary School is 0.66, which is more 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
#1174 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
12%
4%
Hispanic
55%
26%
Black
12%
3%
White
11%
58%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alder Elementary School's ranking?
Alder Elementary School is ranked #1174 out of 1,174 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?
3% 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?
377 students attend Alder Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Alder Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% 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 15:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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