Serving 571 students in grades Kindergarten-5, East Gresham Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Gresham Elementary School serves the northwest area of Gresham, OR, covering approximately 1.5 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Gresham Elementary School's student population of 571 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
571 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Together We Succeed! No Exceptions! No Excuses!
School Rankings
East Gresham Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Gresham 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#774 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
40%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.5%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Grey, & White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Gresham Elementary School's ranking?
East Gresham Elementary School is ranked #774 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend East Gresham Elementary School?
571 students attend East Gresham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of East Gresham Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Gresham Elementary School?
East Gresham Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Gresham Elementary School offer ?
East Gresham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Gresham Elementary School part of?
East Gresham Elementary School is part of Gresham-Barlow SD 10j School District.
In what neighborhood is East Gresham Elementary School located?
East Gresham Elementary School is located in the Asert neighborhood of Gresham, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Asert.
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