Powell Valley Elementary School serves 371 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40%) for the 2018-19 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 54%) for the 2018-19 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Math Proficiency: 29%
- Reading Proficiency: 36%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Powell Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Powell Valley Elementary School's student population of 371 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Powell Valley Elementary School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)36%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
30%
25%
Black
1%
2%
White
53%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
How many students attend Powell Valley Elementary School?
371 students attend Powell Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Powell Valley Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Powell Valley Elementary School?
Powell Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, 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
What school district is Powell Valley Elementary School part of?
Powell Valley Elementary School is part of Gresham-Barlow SD 10j School District.
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