Serving 543 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, James Templeton Elementary School ranks in the top 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 30% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: James Templeton Elementary School serves a central area in Portland, OR, covering approximately 2.2 square miles. Families typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with most living within about 1.1 miles of the zone's edges and the furthest edge being 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
James Templeton Elementary School's student population of 543 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
543 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
HOME OF THE TIGERS!
School Rankings
James Templeton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James Templeton 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
#578 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
34%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
6%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
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)41.3%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
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 James Templeton Elementary School's ranking?
James Templeton Elementary School is ranked #578 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are James Templeton Elementary School often compared to?
James Templeton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deer Creek Elementary School, Durham Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend James Templeton Elementary School?
543 students attend James Templeton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of James Templeton Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hawaiian, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James Templeton Elementary School?
James Templeton Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does James Templeton Elementary School offer ?
James Templeton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is James Templeton Elementary School part of?
James Templeton Elementary School is part of Tigard-Tualatin SD 23j School District.
In what neighborhood is James Templeton Elementary School located?
James Templeton Elementary School is located in the Metzger neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 5 other public schools located in Metzger.
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