Serving 320 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Meadows 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 15-19% (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 19:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lynch Meadows Elementary School serves the northern part of Portland, OR, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Meadows Elementary School's student population of 320 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
320 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Meadows 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 Meadows Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#994 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
13%
4%
Hispanic
40%
26%
Black
5%
3%
White
29%
57%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
8%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.9%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger Cubs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meadows Elementary School's ranking?
Meadows Elementary School is ranked #994 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% 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 Meadows Elementary School?
320 students attend Meadows Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Meadows Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meadows Elementary School?
Meadows Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Meadows Elementary School offer ?
Meadows Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meadows Elementary School part of?
Meadows Elementary School is part of Centennial SD 28j School District.
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