Durham Elementary School

7980 Sw Durham Rd
Portland, OR 97224
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 471 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Durham Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (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 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 471 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 50%
  • : Top 30% in OR
  • : 44% (Top 30%)
  • : 48% (Top 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : Durham Elementary School serves the east part of Portland, OR, covering an area of approximately 4.4 square miles. Families in the attendance zone typically have a drive time of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.8 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

School Overview

Durham Elementary School's student population of 471 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
471 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

School Calendar

School Rankings

Durham Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Durham Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (OR)
#338 out of 1174 schools
(Top 30%)

Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

44%
31%

Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

48%
44%

Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

20-24%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
7%
4%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
27%
27%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Black
5%
2%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

White
50%
57%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hawaiian
1%
1%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
10%
8%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
50%
0.67

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
48.8%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
67%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
7%

Showing 2012–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Durham Elementary School's ranking?
Durham Elementary School is ranked #338 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Durham Elementary School often compared to?
Durham Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stafford Primary School, James Templeton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Durham Elementary School?
471 students attend Durham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Durham Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Durham Elementary School?
Durham Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Durham Elementary School offer ?
Durham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Durham Elementary School part of?
Durham Elementary School is part of Tigard-Tualatin SD 23j School District.
In what neighborhood is Durham Elementary School located?
Durham Elementary School is located in the Metzger neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 5 other public schools located in Metzger.

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5   10/10/2025
What a wonderful and warm school! The staff is so dedicated. The families are amazing!!!
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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 471 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 50%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 44% (Top 30%)
  • : 48% (Top 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : Durham Elementary School serves the east part of Portland, OR, covering an area of approximately 4.4 square miles. Families in the attendance zone typically have a drive time of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.8 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

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