Serving 324 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 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 324 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Math Proficiency: 64%
- Reading Proficiency: 75%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Capitol Hill Elementary School's student population of 324 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
324 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Capitol Hill Elementary School is 0.42, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)64%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)75%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
7%
25%
Black
4%
2%
White
75%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
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?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
How many students attend Capitol Hill Elementary School?
324 students attend Capitol Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Capitol Hill Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
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
What school district is Capitol Hill Elementary School part of?
Capitol Hill Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
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