Serving 437 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Parklane 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 20-24% (which is lower 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 73% 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: 437 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parklane Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Parklane Elementary School's student population of 437 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
437 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Parklane Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parklane Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#1034 out of 1196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
11%
4%
Hispanic
41%
26%
Black
9%
3%
White
27%
58%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
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 Parklane Elementary School's ranking?
Parklane Elementary School is ranked #1034 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Parklane Elementary School often compared to?
Parklane Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oliver Elementary School, Alder 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 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Parklane Elementary School?
437 students attend Parklane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Parklane Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parklane Elementary School?
Parklane Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Parklane Elementary School offer ?
Parklane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parklane Elementary School part of?
Parklane Elementary School is part of Centennial SD 28j School District.
In what neighborhood is Parklane Elementary School located?
Parklane Elementary School is located in the Centennial Community Association neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 4 other public schools located in Centennial Community Association.
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