Serving 521 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Alameda Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 521 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alameda Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Alameda Elementary School's student population of 521 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
521 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Alameda Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alameda Elementary School is 0.41, which is less 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
#5 out of 1196 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
9%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
76%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
7%
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 Alameda Elementary School's ranking?
Alameda Elementary School is ranked #5 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Alameda Elementary School often compared to?
Alameda Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beverly Cleary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Alameda Elementary School?
521 students attend Alameda Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Alameda Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alameda Elementary School?
Alameda Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Alameda Elementary School offer ?
Alameda Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alameda Elementary School part of?
Alameda Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Alameda Elementary School located?
Alameda Elementary School is located in the Northeast Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 9 other public schools located in Northeast Portland.
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