Serving 425 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lake Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 35% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Grove Elementary School serves the west part of Lake Oswego, OR, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone is about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge being 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Grove Elementary School's student population of 425 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
425 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1949
School Calendar
School Motto
We are a learning community dedicated to creating a culture of belonging and educational excellence.
School Rankings
Lake Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Grove Elementary School is 0.54, which is less 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
#42 out of 1174 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. 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 ↓
Asian
14%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
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)26.4%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-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 Lake Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Grove Elementary School is ranked #42 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Lake Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like River Grove Elementary School, Oak Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Lake Grove Elementary School?
425 students attend Lake Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Lake Grove Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Grove Elementary School?
Lake Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lake Grove Elementary School offer ?
Lake Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Grove Elementary School part of?
Lake Grove Elementary School is part of Lake Oswego SD 7j School District.
In what neighborhood is Lake Grove Elementary School located?
Lake Grove Elementary School is located in the Mount Park neighborhood of Lake Oswego, OR.
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