Serving 159 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sojourner School ranks in the top 10% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 159 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Sojourner School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Portland, OR, encompassing approximately 41 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sojourner 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
Sojourner School's student population of 159 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
159 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
1950
Campus Size
10 acres
School Rankings
Sojourner School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sojourner School is 0.41, 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
#88 out of 1174 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
75%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
13%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.7%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sojourner School's ranking?
Sojourner School is ranked #88 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Sojourner School often compared to?
Sojourner Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Grove Elementary School, Whitcomb Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Sojourner School?
159 students attend Sojourner School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Sojourner School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sojourner School?
Sojourner School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sojourner School offer ?
Sojourner School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sojourner School part of?
Sojourner School is part of North Clackamas SD 12 School District.
In what neighborhood is Sojourner School located?
Sojourner School is located in the Linwood neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Linwood.
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