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 35% (which is higher 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 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James Templeton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
James Templeton Elementary School's student population of 543 students has stayed relatively flat 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
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
James Templeton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James Templeton Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#527 out of 1196 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
33%
26%
Black
3%
3%
White
46%
58%
Hawaiian
6%
1%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Templeton Elementary School's ranking?
James Templeton Elementary School is ranked #527 out of 1,196 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?
35% 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?
46% of James Templeton Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hawaiian, 3% 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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