Serving 235 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Peninsula Elementary School ranks in the top 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Peninsula Elementary School serves the northeast part of Portland, OR, encompassing an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Peninsula Elementary School's student population of 235 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
235 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Every student, every day
School Rankings
Peninsula 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 Peninsula Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#457 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
48%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
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)45.5%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
10%
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 Peninsula Elementary School's ranking?
Peninsula Elementary School is ranked #457 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Peninsula Elementary School?
235 students attend Peninsula Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Peninsula Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Peninsula Elementary School?
Peninsula Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Peninsula Elementary School offer ?
Peninsula Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Peninsula Elementary School part of?
Peninsula Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Peninsula Elementary School located?
Peninsula Elementary School is located in the North Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 14 other public schools located in North Portland.
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