Serving 850 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sato Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher 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 77% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 850 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sato 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
Diversity
School Overview
Sato Elementary School's student population of 850 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
850 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Sato Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sato Elementary School is 0.60, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#36 out of 1196 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
58%
4%
Hispanic
9%
26%
Black
3%
3%
White
23%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
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 Sato Elementary School's ranking?
Sato Elementary School is ranked #36 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Sato Elementary School often compared to?
Sato Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jacob Wismer Elementary School, Springville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Sato Elementary School?
850 students attend Sato Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Sato Elementary School students are Asian, 23% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sato Elementary School?
Sato Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sato Elementary School offer ?
Sato Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sato Elementary School part of?
Sato Elementary School is part of Beaverton SD 48j School District.
In what neighborhood is Sato Elementary School located?
Sato Elementary School is located in the North Bethany neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in North Bethany.
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