Serving 564 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Vernon Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 564 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Vernon Elementary School serves the eastern part of Portland, OR, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edges of the attendance zone reaching about 1.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vernon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Vernon Elementary School's student population of 564 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
564 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Vernon Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vernon Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#243 out of 1174 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
54%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
16%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.8%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vernon Elementary School's ranking?
Vernon Elementary School is ranked #243 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Vernon Elementary School often compared to?
Vernon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Faubion Elementary School, Sabin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Vernon Elementary School?
564 students attend Vernon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Vernon Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vernon Elementary School?
Vernon Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Vernon Elementary School offer ?
Vernon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vernon Elementary School part of?
Vernon Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Vernon Elementary School located?
Vernon Elementary School is located in the Vernon neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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