Serving 517 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Vernon Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 517 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Math Proficiency: 44%
- Reading Proficiency: 53%
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Vernon Elementary School's student population of 517 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
517 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Vernon Elementary School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)53%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
14%
25%
Black
14%
2%
White
59%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
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?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
How many students attend Vernon Elementary School?
517 students attend Vernon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Vernon Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vernon Elementary School?
Vernon Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Vernon Elementary School offer ?
Vernon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Vernon Elementary School part of?
Vernon Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
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