Serving 340 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 13:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Alder Elementary School serves the southwest part of Portland, OR, covering an attendance area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Most families within the zone live about 5-10 minutes from the school, with an average distance of 0.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 1 mile.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alder Elementary School's student population of 340 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
340 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
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 0.63, 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%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
11%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
58%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
12%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)63.8%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
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 #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?
340 students attend Alder Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Alder Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% 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 13:1, 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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