Serving 368 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Powell Valley 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% 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: 368 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Powell Valley Elementary School serves the northern part of Gresham, OR, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Powell Valley Elementary School's student population of 368 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
368 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Powell Valley 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 Powell Valley Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#774 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
29%
26%
Black
5%
3%
White
46%
57%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
12%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.1%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Powell Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Powell Valley Elementary School is ranked #774 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Powell Valley Elementary School?
368 students attend Powell Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Powell Valley Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Powell Valley Elementary School?
Powell Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Powell Valley Elementary School offer ?
Powell Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Powell Valley Elementary School part of?
Powell Valley Elementary School is part of Gresham-Barlow SD 10j School District.
In what neighborhood is Powell Valley Elementary School located?
Powell Valley Elementary School is located in the Powell Valley neighborhood of Gresham, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Powell Valley.
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