Serving 288 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rieke Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rieke Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rieke Elementary School's student population of 288 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
288 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
School Rankings
Rieke Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rieke Elementary School is 0.43, which is less 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
#9 out of 1174 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
5%
3%
White
74%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rieke Elementary School's ranking?
Rieke Elementary School is ranked #9 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Rieke Elementary School often compared to?
Rieke Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bridlemile Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Rieke Elementary School?
288 students attend Rieke Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Rieke Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rieke Elementary School?
Rieke Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rieke Elementary School offer ?
Rieke Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rieke Elementary School part of?
Rieke Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Rieke Elementary School located?
Rieke 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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