Serving 375 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ardenwald 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ardenwald Elementary School's student population of 375 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
375 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ardenwald Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 740 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ardenwald Elementary School is 0.50, which is less 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
#571 out of 740 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
18%
25%
Black
3%
2%
White
68%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ardenwald Elementary School's ranking?
Ardenwald Elementary School is ranked #571 out of 740 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Ardenwald Elementary School often compared to?
Ardenwald Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Milwaukie El Puente Elementary School, Lewelling Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% OR state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% OR state average).
How many students attend Ardenwald Elementary School?
375 students attend Ardenwald Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Ardenwald Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ardenwald Elementary School?
Ardenwald Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ardenwald Elementary School offer ?
Ardenwald Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Ardenwald Elementary School part of?
Ardenwald Elementary School is part of North Clackamas SD 12 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ardenwald Elementary School located?
Ardenwald Elementary School is located in the Ardenwald neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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