Serving 342 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Russell 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 30% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Math Proficiency: 30%
- Reading Proficiency: 39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Russell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Russell Elementary School's student population of 342 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
342 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Russell Elementary School is 0.74, 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)30%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)39%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
4%
Hispanic
27%
25%
Black
15%
2%
White
39%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Russell Elementary School often compared to?
Russell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shaver Elementary School, Sacramento Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
How many students attend Russell Elementary School?
342 students attend Russell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Russell Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Russell Elementary School?
Russell Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Russell Elementary School offer ?
Russell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Russell Elementary School part of?
Russell Elementary School is part of Parkrose SD 3 School District.
In what neighborhood is Russell Elementary School located?
Russell Elementary School is located in the Northeast Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 9 other public schools located in Northeast Portland.
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