Serving 566 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Metzger Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 566 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Metzger Elementary School serves the northern part of its school district in Portland, OR, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Families typically reside within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Metzger Elementary School's student population of 566 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
566 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Metzger Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Metzger Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#454 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
39%
26%
Black
2%
3%
White
41%
57%
Hawaiian
5%
1%
Two or more races
10%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.5%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Metzger Elementary School's ranking?
Metzger Elementary School is ranked #454 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Metzger Elementary School?
566 students attend Metzger Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Metzger Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Metzger Elementary School?
Metzger Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Metzger Elementary School offer ?
Metzger Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Metzger Elementary School part of?
Metzger Elementary School is part of Tigard-Tualatin SD 23j School District.
In what neighborhood is Metzger Elementary School located?
Metzger Elementary School is located in the Southwest Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 10 other public schools located in Southwest Portland.
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