Serving 278 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lent 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 15% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Math Proficiency: 15%
- Reading Proficiency: 25%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lent Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Lent Elementary School's student population of 278 students has declined by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
278 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lent Elementary School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)15%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)25%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
4%
Hispanic
47%
25%
Black
8%
2%
White
30%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Lent Elementary School often compared to?
Lent Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bridger Elementary School, Earl Boyles Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
How many students attend Lent Elementary School?
278 students attend Lent Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Lent Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lent Elementary School?
Lent Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lent Elementary School offer ?
Lent Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Lent Elementary School part of?
Lent Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Lent Elementary School located?
Lent Elementary School is located in the Lents neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 5 other public schools located in Lents.
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