Gilbert Heights Elementary School

12839 Se Holgate Blvd
Portland, OR 97236
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 413 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gilbert Heights 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 14% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower 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 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Asian).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 413 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 76%
  • : Bottom 50% in OR
  • : 14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Gilbert Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:

School Overview

Gilbert Heights Elementary School's student population of 413 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
413 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers

School Rankings

Gilbert Heights Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gilbert Heights Elementary School is 0.78, 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)
#1080 out of 1196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
14%
31%
26%
44%
6-9%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
4%
Hispanic
33%
26%
Black
12%
3%
White
24%
58%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.78
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
15%
8%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gilbert Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Gilbert Heights Elementary School is ranked #1080 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Gilbert Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Gilbert Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gilbert Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Gilbert Heights Elementary School?
413 students attend Gilbert Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Gilbert Heights Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gilbert Heights Elementary School?
Gilbert Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gilbert Heights Elementary School offer ?
Gilbert Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gilbert Heights Elementary School part of?
Gilbert Heights Elementary School is part of David Douglas SD 40 School District.
In what neighborhood is Gilbert Heights Elementary School located?
Gilbert Heights Elementary School is located in the Powellhurst Gilbert neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 3 other public schools located in Powellhurst Gilbert.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 413 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 76%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

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