Serving 373 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bilquist Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (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 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bilquist Elementary School serves the southwest part of Portland, OR, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the average distance to the edge of the attendance zone being about 0.9 miles and the furthest edge located 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bilquist Elementary School's student population of 373 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
373 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1970
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bilquist 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 Bilquist Elementary School is 0.59, which is less 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
#753 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
18%
26%
Black
3%
3%
White
61%
57%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
9%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.7%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Yellow
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bilquist Elementary School's ranking?
Bilquist Elementary School is ranked #753 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Bilquist Elementary School often compared to?
Bilquist Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Wetten Elementary School, Gladstone Center For Children And Families by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Bilquist Elementary School?
373 students attend Bilquist Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Bilquist Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bilquist Elementary School?
Bilquist Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bilquist Elementary School offer ?
Bilquist Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bilquist Elementary School part of?
Bilquist Elementary School is part of North Clackamas SD 12 School District.
In what neighborhood is Bilquist Elementary School located?
Bilquist Elementary School is located in the North Clackamas neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in North Clackamas.
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