Serving 278 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Chief Joseph Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Chief Joseph Elementary School serves the northeast part of Portland, OR, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Most families can expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chief Joseph 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
Chief Joseph Elementary School's student population of 278 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
278 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
A strong, diverse and respectful community where we make learning creative and fun
School Rankings
Chief Joseph Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chief Joseph Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#155 out of 1174 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
27%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
57%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.8%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
67%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
7%
Showing 2009–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chief Joseph Elementary School's ranking?
Chief Joseph Elementary School is ranked #155 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Chief Joseph Elementary School often compared to?
Chief Joseph Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beach Elementary School, Irvington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Chief Joseph Elementary School?
278 students attend Chief Joseph Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Chief Joseph Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chief Joseph Elementary School?
Chief Joseph Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chief Joseph Elementary School offer ?
Chief Joseph Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chief Joseph Elementary School part of?
Chief Joseph Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Chief Joseph Elementary School located?
Chief Joseph 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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