Serving 660 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Laurelhurst 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 70% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 660 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Laurelhurst Elementary School serves the eastern part of its school district in Portland, OR, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Families within this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laurelhurst 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
Laurelhurst Elementary School's student population of 660 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
660 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Laurelhurst 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 Laurelhurst Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#28 out of 1174 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
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)24.6%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
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 Laurelhurst Elementary School's ranking?
Laurelhurst Elementary School is ranked #28 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Laurelhurst Elementary School often compared to?
Laurelhurst Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beverly Cleary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Laurelhurst Elementary School?
660 students attend Laurelhurst Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Laurelhurst Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laurelhurst Elementary School?
Laurelhurst Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Laurelhurst Elementary School offer ?
Laurelhurst Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Laurelhurst Elementary School part of?
Laurelhurst Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Laurelhurst Elementary School located?
Laurelhurst Elementary School is located in the Laurelhurst neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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