Serving 436 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Duniway 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%) for the 2018-2019 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Math Proficiency: 61%
- Reading Proficiency: 74%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Duniway Elementary School's student population of 436 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
436 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Duniway Elementary School is 0.29, 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)61%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)74%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
6%
25%
Black
n/a
2%
White
84%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Duniway Elementary School often compared to?
Duniway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lewis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
How many students attend Duniway Elementary School?
436 students attend Duniway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Duniway Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Duniway Elementary School?
Duniway Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Duniway Elementary School offer ?
Duniway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Duniway Elementary School part of?
Duniway Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
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