Serving 570 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Faubion 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 15% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 570 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Faubion Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Faubion Elementary School's student population of 570 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
570 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Faubion Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Faubion Elementary School is 0.77, 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
#1059 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
29%
26%
Black
26%
3%
White
26%
58%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
14%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
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 Faubion Elementary School's ranking?
Faubion Elementary School is ranked #1059 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Faubion Elementary School often compared to?
Faubion Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vernon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Faubion Elementary School?
570 students attend Faubion Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Faubion Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 26% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Faubion Elementary School?
Faubion Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Faubion Elementary School offer ?
Faubion Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Faubion Elementary School part of?
Faubion Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Faubion Elementary School located?
Faubion Elementary School is located in the Concordia neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Concordia.
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