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#84 of 1,226 schools in OR

Top 7% in state

Alameda Elementary School

Elementary School · Portland SD 1J

2732 NE Fremont St, Portland, OR 97212

Enrollment

521

Student-Teacher

21.7:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Portland

#40 of 148

public schools

Oregon elementary schools

#73 of 689

In district

#39 of 85

Portland SD 1J

Academic performance

9.9 / 10

Exceptional

About Alameda Elementary School

Alameda Elementary School is a regular public school in Portland, Oregon, serving 521 students from kindergarten through fifth grade. It earns a composite score of 9.1 out of 10 — an Exceptional rating — anchored by an academic score of 9.9 and a growth score of 9.5. The growth score is particularly telling: students here aren't just arriving ahead of grade level, they're accelerating at a rate that the vast majority of Oregon schools don't match.

Those numbers put Alameda among the state's strongest public elementary programs. It ranks 43rd out of 1,226 public schools statewide, outperforming 97% of Oregon schools across all school levels. Within Portland, it holds the 24th spot among 148 public schools — a strong position inside one of the state's most competitive urban school markets.

The school runs at a student-teacher ratio of 21.7 to 1 across its 521-student enrollment. Families comparing K–5 options in Portland will find Alameda backed by consistent, verifiable performance data — an academic profile that places it firmly in the state's top tier by every metric this platform measures.

What Parents Should Know

The student-teacher ratio at Alameda Elementary School is 21.7:1, 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+1.01 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.9Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency81.1%
Reading/ELA Proficiency84%
Math vs. State Avg+49.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+41 pts
Overall Proficiency83%
Expected (poverty-adj.)54%
vs. Expected+29.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile99th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment5.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio21.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,309

Alameda Elementary School — Students at Alameda Elementary School score 83% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 79.0%
School
State
31.8%
ELA Proficiency 82.7%
School
State
43.0%

Based on 6 test records from OR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
74%
ELA
79%
2022
Math
82%
ELA
85%
2025
Math
81.1%
ELA
84%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.

How Alameda Elementary School Compares

See how Alameda Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.7/10
93th percentile in OR
Academic
9.9/10
9.9/10
Growth
9.5/10
Above average
Environment
5.1/10
Above average

Location

2732 NE Fremont St, Portland, OR 97212

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Alameda Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Le Monde French Immersion Public Charter School (rated 9.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Irvington Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. School (rated 9.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
THE MADELEINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Portland 0.2 mi 5.3
Sabin Elementary School Portland 0.6 mi 8.4
Beverly Cleary School Portland 0.8 mi 8.6
Grant High School Portland 0.8 mi 7.5
Vernon Elementary School Portland 1.1 mi 8.9
Irvington Elementary School Portland 0.9 mi 9.4
Beaumont Middle School Portland 0.8 mi 9.6
Alliance High School Portland 1.1 mi 6.1
ST ANDREW NATIVITY SCHOOL Portland 1.2 mi 7.7
DE LA SALLE NORTH CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Portland 1.3 mi 7.7
Faubion Elementary School Portland 1.6 mi 7.7
da Vinci Middle School Portland 1.6 mi 8.7
PACIFIC CREST COMMUNITY SCHOOL Portland 1.6 mi 5.6
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. School Portland 1.3 mi 9.1
FORA HEALTH ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL Portland 1.4 mi
VILLAGE FREE SCHOOL Portland 1.6 mi 6.4
ALL SAINTS CHOOL Portland 1.6 mi 6.7
Laurelhurst Elementary School Portland 1.5 mi 8.4
Le Monde French Immersion Public Charter School Portland 1.8 mi 9.5
CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Portland 1.9 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97212 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$128,098

Median Home Value

$824,800

Median Rent

$1,790/mo

Population

27,573

College Educated

69.9%

Homeownership

65.3%

Avg Commute

22.8 min

Poverty Rate

8%

Median Age

41.4

Community Profile

The community surrounding Alameda Elementary School has a median household income of $128,098. It is a well-educated community where 70% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $824,800, with a median rent of $1,790/month. The local poverty rate of 8.0% is relatively low. 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
Cedaroak Park Primary School West Linn, OR 8.7
Forest Hills Elementary School Lake Oswego, OR 8.7
Hallinan Elementary School Lake Oswego, OR 8.7
Lincoln Elementary School Corvallis, OR 8.7
Ainsworth Elementary School Portland, OR 8.6
Beverly Cleary School Portland, OR 8.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Alameda Elementary School

What grades does Alameda Elementary School serve?

Alameda Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Alameda Elementary School?

Alameda Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 521 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Alameda Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Alameda Elementary School is 21.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Alameda Elementary School rank in OR?

Alameda Elementary School is ranked #84 out of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is Alameda Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Alameda Elementary School has a composite rating of 8.7 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 Alameda Elementary School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Alameda Elementary School has 79.0% math proficiency and 82.7% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Alameda Elementary School a charter school?

No, Alameda Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Alameda Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Alameda Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
58 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
47 Some Transit
Bike Score
94 Biker’s Paradise
City Safety
High (6,288/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Portland). Data >1 year old.

Compare This School

How does Alameda Elementary School stack up?

Creston Elementary School
9.6
Le Monde French Immersion Public Charter School
9.5
Grout Elementary School
9.4
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
521
Student-Teacher Ratio
21.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Multnomah County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Portland SD 1J
District Enrollment
44,039
Schools in District
86
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,800
District Rank
#39 of 85

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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