Serving 408 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Milwaukie El Puente Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: El Puente's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Portland, OR, covering approximately 41 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school of about 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of nearly 9.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Milwaukie El Puente Elementary School's student population of 408 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
408 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Milwaukie El Puente 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 Milwaukie El Puente Elementary School is 0.60, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#689 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
49%
26%
Black
2%
3%
White
40%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.8%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milwaukie El Puente Elementary School's ranking?
Milwaukie El Puente Elementary School is ranked #689 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Milwaukie El Puente Elementary School often compared to?
Milwaukie El Puente Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ardenwald Elementary School, Lewelling Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Milwaukie El Puente Elementary School?
408 students attend Milwaukie El Puente Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Milwaukie El Puente Elementary School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Milwaukie El Puente Elementary School?
Milwaukie El Puente Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Milwaukie El Puente Elementary School offer ?
Milwaukie El Puente Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Milwaukie El Puente Elementary School part of?
Milwaukie El Puente Elementary School is part of North Clackamas SD 12 School District.
In what neighborhood is Milwaukie El Puente Elementary School located?
Milwaukie El Puente Elementary School is located in the Lake Road neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Lake Road.
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