Serving 413 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Astor Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher 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 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Astor Elementary School serves the northern part of Portland, OR, within an attendance zone that spans approximately 1.5 square miles. Most areas within this zone are about 5-10 minutes away from the school, with the furthest edge being 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Astor Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Astor Elementary School's student population of 413 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
413 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Astor Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Astor 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
#311 out of 1174 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
16%
26%
Black
7%
3%
White
56%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
17%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.1%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Astor Elementary School's ranking?
Astor Elementary School is ranked #311 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Astor Elementary School often compared to?
Astor Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James John Elementary School, Cesar Chavez K-8 School, Sitton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Astor Elementary School?
413 students attend Astor Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Astor Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Astor Elementary School?
Astor Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Astor Elementary School offer ?
Astor Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Astor Elementary School part of?
Astor Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Astor Elementary School located?
Astor Elementary School is located in the North Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 14 other public schools located in North Portland.
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