Serving 295 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Grout Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% 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: 295 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Grout Elementary School serves the southeastern part of Portland, OR, covering an area of approximately 2.7 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grout Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Grout Elementary School's student population of 295 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
295 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Grout 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 Grout Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#327 out of 1174 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
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
51%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
15%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grout Elementary School's ranking?
Grout Elementary School is ranked #327 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Grout Elementary School often compared to?
Grout Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winterhaven School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Grout Elementary School?
295 students attend Grout Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Grout Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grout Elementary School?
Grout Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Grout Elementary School offer ?
Grout Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grout Elementary School part of?
Grout Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Grout Elementary School located?
Grout Elementary School is located in the Creston Kenilworth neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Creston Kenilworth.
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