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#61 of 1,226 schools in OR

Top 5% in state

Arleta Elementary School

Elementary School · Portland SD 1J

5109 SE 66th Ave, Portland, OR 97206

Enrollment

274

Student-Teacher

17.1:1

Score

8.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Portland

#33 of 148

public schools

Oregon elementary schools

#53 of 689

In district

#32 of 85

Portland SD 1J

Academic growth

9.2 / 10

Exceptional

About Arleta Elementary School

Arleta Elementary School is a public elementary school in Portland, OR, part of the Portland SD 1J. The school serves approximately 274 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 17.1:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.9/10, placing it in the 95.1th percentile among OR schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 45% proficiency in math, 13 points above the state average and 51% in reading/language arts, 8 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.2/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $94,233, where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large city setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.2Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+0.32 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47.4%
Reading/ELA Proficiency47.4%
Math vs. State Avg+15.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.4 pts
Overall Proficiency47%
Expected (poverty-adj.)33%
vs. Expected+14.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,309

Arleta Elementary School — Students at Arleta Elementary School score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

65%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 44.5%
School
State
31.8%
ELA Proficiency 50.5%
School
State
43.0%

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

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
39%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2025
Math
47.4%
ELA
47.4%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.

How Arleta Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.9/10
95th percentile in OR
Academic
8.6/10
8.6/10
Growth
9.2/10
Above average
Environment
8.5/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
65%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers

Location

5109 SE 66th Ave, Portland, OR 97206

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Arleta Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Creston Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Atkinson Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Lewis Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
MT SCOTT PARK CENTER FOR LEARNING Portland 0.3 mi 7.6
Marysville Elementary School Portland 0.6 mi 7.1
Kellogg Middle School Portland 0.9 mi 9.0
SUNSTONE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Portland 0.7 mi 7.4
Lane Middle School Portland 1.1 mi 7.2
Woodstock Elementary School Portland 0.8 mi 8.3
Woodmere Elementary School Portland 1.0 mi 7.8
Franklin High School Portland 1.2 mi 6.9
Whitman Elementary School Portland 1.3 mi 5.8
Atkinson Elementary School Portland 1.4 mi 9.2
Creston Elementary School Portland 1.1 mi 9.6
ST IGNATIUS SCHOOL Portland 1.3 mi 5.9
Benson Polytechnic High School Portland 1.3 mi 7.1
Lewis Elementary School Portland 1.4 mi 9.1
WHOLE CHILD MONTESSORI CENTER Portland 1.3 mi
PORTLAND YOUTHBUILDERS Portland 1.4 mi 5.7
Bridger Creative Science School Portland 1.8 mi 9.0
Kelly Elementary School Portland 1.5 mi 8.4
Harrison Park School Portland 1.8 mi 9.2
PUDDLETOWN SCHOOL Portland 1.7 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$94,233

Median Home Value

$480,500

Median Rent

$1,693/mo

Population

50,258

College Educated

49.3%

Homeownership

64.8%

Avg Commute

26.8 min

Poverty Rate

9.8%

Median Age

39.3

Community Profile

The community surrounding Arleta Elementary School has a median household income of $94,233. It is a well-educated community where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $480,500, with a median rent of $1,693/month. The local poverty rate of 9.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 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
Beach Elementary School Portland, OR 8.9
Dundee Elementary School Dundee, OR 8.9
Keno Elementary School Keno, OR 8.9
Maplewood Elementary School Portland, OR 8.9
Multi-sensory Instruction Teaching Children Hands-On (MITCH) Tualatin, OR 8.9
Camas Ridge Community Elementary Eugene, OR 9.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Arleta Elementary School

What grades does Arleta Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Arleta Elementary School?

Arleta Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 274 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Arleta Elementary School is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Arleta Elementary School rank in OR?

Arleta Elementary School is ranked #61 out of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is Arleta Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Arleta Elementary School has a composite rating of 8.9 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 Arleta Elementary School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Arleta Elementary School has 44.5% math proficiency and 50.5% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Arleta Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Arleta Elementary School a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Arleta Elementary School?

65.0% of students at Arleta 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
84 Very Walkable
Transit Score
45 Some Transit
Bike Score
99 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 Arleta 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
274
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
65.0%
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
#32 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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