Serving 344 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Chapman Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chapman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Chapman Elementary School's student population of 344 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
344 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Chapman Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chapman Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#294 out of 1196 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
15%
26%
Black
7%
3%
White
53%
58%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
17%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
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 Chapman Elementary School's ranking?
Chapman Elementary School is ranked #294 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Chapman Elementary School often compared to?
Chapman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Metropolitan Learning Center, Emerson School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Chapman Elementary School?
344 students attend Chapman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Chapman Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chapman Elementary School?
Chapman Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chapman Elementary School offer ?
Chapman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chapman Elementary School part of?
Chapman Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Chapman Elementary School located?
Chapman Elementary School is located in the Northwest Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 3 other public schools located in Northwest Portland.
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