Serving 585 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ainsworth Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% 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: 585 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ainsworth 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
Ainsworth Elementary School's student population of 585 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
585 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Ainsworth Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ainsworth Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#33 out of 1196 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
23%
26%
Black
2%
3%
White
60%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Ainsworth Elementary School's ranking?
Ainsworth Elementary School is ranked #33 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Ainsworth Elementary School often compared to?
Ainsworth Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bridlemile Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Ainsworth Elementary School?
585 students attend Ainsworth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Ainsworth Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ainsworth Elementary School?
Ainsworth Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ainsworth Elementary School offer ?
Ainsworth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ainsworth Elementary School part of?
Ainsworth Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Ainsworth Elementary School located?
Ainsworth Elementary School is located in the Southwest Hills neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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