Serving 419 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gaffney Lane Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gaffney Lane Elementary School serves the west part of Oregon City, OR, covering an area of approximately 2.6 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge being about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gaffney Lane Elementary School's student population of 419 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
419 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gaffney Lane 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 Gaffney Lane 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
#675 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
19%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
70%
57%
Two or more races
8%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.8%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gaffney Lane Elementary School's ranking?
Gaffney Lane Elementary School is ranked #675 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Gaffney Lane Elementary School?
419 students attend Gaffney Lane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Gaffney Lane Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gaffney Lane Elementary School?
Gaffney Lane Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gaffney Lane Elementary School offer ?
Gaffney Lane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gaffney Lane Elementary School part of?
Gaffney Lane Elementary School is part of Oregon City SD 62 School District.
In what neighborhood is Gaffney Lane Elementary School located?
Gaffney Lane Elementary School is located in the Gaffney Lane neighborhood of Oregon City, OR.
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