Serving 344 students in grades Prekindergarten-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 20-24% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- 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 344 students has declined by 14% 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
344 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Powellhurst 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 West Powellhurst Elementary School is 0.80, 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
#909 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
15%
4%
Hispanic
26%
26%
Black
11%
3%
White
31%
58%
Hawaiian
6%
1%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
18%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Powellhurst Elementary School's ranking?
West Powellhurst Elementary School is ranked #909 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend West Powellhurst Elementary School?
344 students attend West Powellhurst Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of West Powellhurst Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
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 Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Powellhurst Elementary School part of?
West Powellhurst Elementary School is part of David Douglas SD 40 School District.
In what neighborhood is West Powellhurst Elementary School located?
West Powellhurst Elementary School is located in the Powellhurst Gilbert neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 3 other public schools located in Powellhurst Gilbert.
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