Serving 385 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kelly 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower 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 52% 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: 385 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kelly Elementary School serves the southeast part of Portland, OR, encompassing an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Most families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kelly Elementary School's student population of 385 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
385 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kelly 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 Kelly Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#909 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
48%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
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)52.5%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
13%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Yellow
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kelly Elementary School's ranking?
Kelly Elementary School is ranked #909 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Kelly Elementary School often compared to?
Kelly Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Earl Boyles Elementary School, Lent Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Kelly Elementary School?
385 students attend Kelly Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Kelly Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kelly Elementary School?
Kelly Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kelly Elementary School offer ?
Kelly Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kelly Elementary School part of?
Kelly Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Kelly Elementary School located?
Kelly Elementary School is located in the Lents neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 5 other public schools located in Lents.
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