Serving 382 students in grades Kindergarten-5, East Orient Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% 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: 382 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Orient Elementary School serves the eastern part of Gresham, OR, encompassing an area of approximately 19.5 square miles. Most students typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Orient Elementary School's student population of 382 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
382 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
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School Rankings
East Orient 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 East Orient Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#316 out of 1174 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Asian
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hispanic
18%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
3%
2%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 29-year historical data
White
61%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.3%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue/Green
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Orient Elementary School's ranking?
East Orient Elementary School is ranked #316 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are East Orient Elementary School often compared to?
East Orient Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arthur Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend East Orient Elementary School?
382 students attend East Orient Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of East Orient Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Orient Elementary School?
East Orient Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Orient Elementary School offer ?
East Orient Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Orient Elementary School part of?
East Orient Elementary School is part of Gresham-Barlow SD 10j School District.
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