Serving 225 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Vestal Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (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 13:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 225 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vestal Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Vestal Elementary School's student population of 225 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
225 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Vestal 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 Vestal 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
#753 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
8%
4%
Hispanic
20%
26%
Black
11%
3%
White
43%
58%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
15%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
10%
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 Vestal Elementary School's ranking?
Vestal Elementary School is ranked #753 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Vestal Elementary School often compared to?
Vestal Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Portland Arthur Academy Charter School, Harrison Park School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% 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 Vestal Elementary School?
225 students attend Vestal Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Vestal Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vestal Elementary School?
Vestal Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Vestal Elementary School offer ?
Vestal Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vestal Elementary School part of?
Vestal Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Vestal Elementary School located?
Vestal Elementary School is located in the Montavilla neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 3 other public schools located in Montavilla.
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