Serving 267 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Oliver 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19%
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50% in OR)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oliver Elementary School's student population of 267 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
267 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Mascot
Owl
School Rankings
The diversity score of Oliver 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)15-19%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
4%
Hispanic
35%
26%
Black
12%
3%
White
29%
58%
Hawaiian
6%
1%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Owl
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Oliver Elementary School often compared to?
Oliver Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parklane Elementary School, Patrick Lynch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Oliver Elementary School?
267 students attend Oliver Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Oliver Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oliver Elementary School?
Oliver Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Oliver Elementary School offer ?
Oliver Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oliver Elementary School part of?
Oliver Elementary School is part of Centennial SD 28j School District.
In what neighborhood is Oliver Elementary School located?
Oliver Elementary School is located in the Centennial Community Association neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 4 other public schools located in Centennial Community Association.
School Reviews
2 2/17/2010
When the school entered AYP this year, I took the opportunity to pull my student out. I was actually scared for the safety of my child at HOI. The administration really needs to get their act together. I have heard of several incidents of weapons being brought to the school. Recently the principal left a BB gun in his OPEN office, and it was taken by a student home and then back to school.
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