Terra Linda Elementary School

1998 Nw 143rd Ave
Portland, OR 97229
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
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Top 10%
Serving 287 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Terra Linda Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (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 15:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 287 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 39%
  • : Top 10% in OR
  • : 55-59% (Top 10%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Terra Linda Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:

School Overview

Terra Linda Elementary School's student population of 287 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
287 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers

School Rankings

Terra Linda Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Terra Linda Elementary School is 0.58, 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.
This School
State Level (OR)
#101 out of 1196 schools
(Top 10%)
55-59%
31%
60-64%
44%
40-49%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
4%
Hispanic
18%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
61%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.58
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Terra Linda Elementary School's ranking?
Terra Linda Elementary School is ranked #101 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Terra Linda Elementary School often compared to?
Terra Linda Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jacob Wismer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% 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 Terra Linda Elementary School?
287 students attend Terra Linda Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Terra Linda Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Terra Linda Elementary School?
Terra Linda Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Terra Linda Elementary School offer ?
Terra Linda Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Terra Linda Elementary School part of?
Terra Linda Elementary School is part of Beaverton SD 48j School District.
In what neighborhood is Terra Linda Elementary School located?
Terra Linda Elementary School is located in the Cedar Mill neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 6 other public schools located in Cedar Mill.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 287 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 39%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 55-59% (Top 10%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

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