Serving 323 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Capitol Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% 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: 323 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Capitol Hill Elementary School serves the southern part of Portland, OR, covering an area of approximately 4.3 square miles. The average drive to the school from within the zone typically takes between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Capitol Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Capitol Hill Elementary School's student population of 323 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
323 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Capitol Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Capitol Hill Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#78 out of 1174 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
11%
26%
Black
3%
3%
White
72%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.7%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Capitol Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Capitol Hill Elementary School is ranked #78 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Capitol Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Capitol Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverdale Grade School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Capitol Hill Elementary School?
323 students attend Capitol Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Capitol Hill Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Capitol Hill Elementary School?
Capitol Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Capitol Hill Elementary School offer ?
Capitol Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Capitol Hill Elementary School part of?
Capitol Hill Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Capitol Hill Elementary School located?
Capitol Hill Elementary School is located in the Southwest Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 10 other public schools located in Southwest Portland.
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