Serving 370 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Joseph Gale 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 1% in OR)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joseph Gale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Joseph Gale Elementary School's student population of 370 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
370 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Joseph Gale Elementary School is 0.54, which is less 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)25-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)25-29%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
53%
25%
Black
1%
2%
White
43%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
How many students attend Joseph Gale Elementary School?
370 students attend Joseph Gale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Joseph Gale Elementary School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joseph Gale Elementary School?
Joseph Gale Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Joseph Gale Elementary School offer ?
Joseph Gale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Joseph Gale Elementary School part of?
Joseph Gale Elementary School is part of Forest Grove SD 15 School District.
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