Serving 366 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Atkinson Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher 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 41% 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: 366 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Atkinson 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
Atkinson Elementary School's student population of 366 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
366 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Atkinson Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Atkinson Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#78 out of 1174 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
33%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
59%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
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 Atkinson Elementary School's ranking?
Atkinson Elementary School is ranked #78 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Atkinson Elementary School often compared to?
Atkinson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Buckman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Atkinson Elementary School?
366 students attend Atkinson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Atkinson Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Atkinson Elementary School?
Atkinson Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Atkinson Elementary School offer ?
Atkinson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Atkinson Elementary School part of?
Atkinson Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Atkinson Elementary School located?
Atkinson Elementary School is located in the South Tabor neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 2 other public schools located in South Tabor.
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