Serving 331 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Powellhurst 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 30% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Math Proficiency: 30%
- Reading Proficiency: 35%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Powellhurst Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
West Powellhurst Elementary School's student population of 331 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
331 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Powellhurst Elementary School is 0.76, 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)30%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
4%
Hispanic
31%
25%
Black
14%
2%
White
34%
60%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are West Powellhurst Elementary School often compared to?
West Powellhurst Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Earl Boyles Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
How many students attend West Powellhurst Elementary School?
331 students attend West Powellhurst Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of West Powellhurst Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Powellhurst Elementary School?
West Powellhurst Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Powellhurst Elementary School offer ?
West Powellhurst Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is West Powellhurst Elementary School part of?
West Powellhurst Elementary School is part of David Douglas SD 40 School District.
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