Excellent
#101 of 1,226 schools in OR
Top 8% in state
Ainsworth Elementary School
Elementary School · Portland SD 1J
2425 SW Vista Ave, Portland, OR 97201
Enrollment
585
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
585
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Portland
#44 of 148
public schools
Oregon elementary schools
#87 of 689
In district
#41 of 85
Portland SD 1J
Academic performance
9.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Ainsworth Elementary School
Ainsworth Elementary School is a public elementary school in Portland, OR, part of the Portland SD 1J. The school serves approximately 585 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 20.2:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.6/10, placing it in the 91.8th percentile among OR schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 74% proficiency in math, 42 points above the state average and 79% in reading/language arts, 36 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.7/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $67,074, where 67% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at Ainsworth Elementary School is 20.2:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
Score Breakdown
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Ainsworth Elementary School — Students at Ainsworth Elementary School score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
14.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)
Based on 6 test records from OR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.
How Ainsworth Elementary School Compares
See how Ainsworth Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 75% (2019) to 76.4% (2025). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 82% (2019) to 78.5% (2025).
Location
2425 SW Vista Ave, Portland, OR 97201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ainsworth Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rieke Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Bridlemile Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF PORTLAND (rated 8.7/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln High School Portland | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| PORTLAND CHINESE SCHOOL Portland | 0.8 mi | 1.8 |
| URBAN ED ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL OUTSIDE IN SCHOOL Portland | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| NORTHWEST ACADEMY Portland | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOL Portland | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| ST JAMES CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Portland | 0.9 mi | — |
| Metropolitan Learning Center Portland | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| CEDARWOOD WALDORF SCHOOL Portland | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| BRIDGES MIDDLE SCHOOL Portland | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF PORTLAND Portland | 1.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Chapman Elementary School Portland | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Emerson School Portland | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Gray Middle School Portland | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| CLASS ACADEMY Portland | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| HILLTOP EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY Portland | 1.9 mi | — |
| CHILDPEACE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Portland | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| A RENAISSANCE SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Portland | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Bridlemile Elementary School Portland | 1.7 mi | 9.1 |
| The Cottonwood School of Civics and Science Portland | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Rieke Elementary School Portland | 2.3 mi | 9.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,074
Median Home Value
$648,400
Median Rent
$1,565/mo
Population
17,229
College Educated
66.6%
Homeownership
29.2%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
19.6%
Median Age
33.3
Community Profile
The community surrounding Ainsworth Elementary School has a median household income of $67,074. It is a well-educated community where 67% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $648,400, with a median rent of $1,565/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.6%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beverly Cleary School Portland, OR | 8.6 |
| Crooked River Elementary School Prineville, OR | 8.6 |
| Desert View Elementary School Hermiston, OR | 8.6 |
| Duniway Elementary School Portland, OR | 8.6 |
| Jackson Elementary School Hillsboro, OR | 8.6 |
| Ridgewood Elementary School Portland, OR | 8.6 |
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Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ainsworth Elementary School
What grades does Ainsworth Elementary School serve?
Ainsworth Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Ainsworth Elementary School?
Ainsworth Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 585 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ainsworth Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ainsworth Elementary School is 20.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ainsworth Elementary School rank in OR?
Ainsworth Elementary School is ranked #101 out of 1,226 schools in OR.
What is Ainsworth Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ainsworth Elementary School has a composite rating of 8.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Ainsworth Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Ainsworth Elementary School has 74.1% math proficiency and 78.8% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Ainsworth Elementary School a charter school?
No, Ainsworth Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ainsworth Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Ainsworth Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ainsworth Elementary School?
14.2% of students at Ainsworth Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 30 Car-Dependent
- Transit Score
- 60 Good Transit
- Bike Score
- 51 Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (6,288/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 585
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 14.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Multnomah County
- Phone
- (503) 916-6288
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Portland SD 1J- District Enrollment
- 44,039
- Schools in District
- 86
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,800
- District Rank
- #41 of 85
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