Serving 234 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Peninsula Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% 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: 234 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peninsula Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Peninsula Elementary School's student population of 234 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
234 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Peninsula Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peninsula 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
#378 out of 1196 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
19%
26%
Black
12%
3%
White
51%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
15%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
11%
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 Peninsula Elementary School's ranking?
Peninsula Elementary School is ranked #378 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
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 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Peninsula Elementary School?
234 students attend Peninsula Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Peninsula Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Peninsula Elementary School?
Peninsula Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Peninsula Elementary School offer ?
Peninsula Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Peninsula Elementary School part of?
Peninsula Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Peninsula Elementary School located?
Peninsula Elementary School is located in the North Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 14 other public schools located in North Portland.
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