Serving 370 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ventura Park 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower 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 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ventura Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ventura Park Elementary School's student population of 370 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
370 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
2019
School Calendar
School Mascot
Vikings
School Rankings
Ventura Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ventura Park Elementary School is 0.78, which is more 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
#1009 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
4%
Hispanic
27%
26%
Black
20%
3%
White
31%
58%
Hawaiian
5%
1%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Vikings
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ventura Park Elementary School's ranking?
Ventura Park Elementary School is ranked #1009 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Ventura Park Elementary School often compared to?
Ventura Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Powell Butte Elementary School, Rockwood Preparatory Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Ventura Park Elementary School?
370 students attend Ventura Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Ventura Park Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ventura Park Elementary School?
Ventura Park Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ventura Park Elementary School offer ?
Ventura Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ventura Park Elementary School part of?
Ventura Park Elementary School is part of David Douglas SD 40 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ventura Park Elementary School located?
Ventura Park Elementary School is located in the Hazelwood neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 5 other public schools located in Hazelwood.
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