Excellent
#62 of 1,226 schools in OR
Top 5% in state
Beach Elementary School
Elementary School · Portland SD 1J
1710 N Humboldt St, Portland, OR 97217
Enrollment
325
Student-Teacher
18.1:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
325
Student-Teacher
18.1:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Portland
#34 of 148
public schools
Oregon elementary schools
#54 of 689
In district
#33 of 85
Portland SD 1J
Equity
9.3 / 10
Exceptional
About Beach Elementary School
Beach Elementary School is a public elementary school in Portland, OR, part of the Portland SD 1J. The school serves approximately 325 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 18.1:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.9/10, placing it in the 95th percentile among OR schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 54% proficiency in math, 22 points above the state average and 56% in reading/language arts, 13 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 $100,387, where 59% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
Score Breakdown
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Beach Elementary School — Students at Beach Elementary School score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.2%
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: 9.2/10.
How Beach Elementary School Compares
See how Beach Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 50% (2019) to 50.3% (2025). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 51% (2019) to 54.9% (2025).
Location
1710 N Humboldt St, Portland, OR 97217
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Beach Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Peninsula Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Chief Joseph Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. School (rated 9.1/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| The Ivy School Portland | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Ockley Green Middle School Portland | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Jefferson High School Portland | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Chief Joseph Elementary School Portland | 1.1 mi | 9.1 |
| Boise-Eliot Elementary School Portland | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| OREGON OUTREACH Portland | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Kairos PDX Portland | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| TRINITY ACADEMY Portland | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| HOLY REDEEMER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Portland | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Portland Village School Portland | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| CHILDPEACE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Portland | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Harriet Tubman Middle School Portland | 1.5 mi | 9.4 |
| Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. School Portland | 1.3 mi | 9.1 |
| Peninsula Elementary School Portland | 1.8 mi | 9.2 |
| ST ANDREW NATIVITY SCHOOL Portland | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| CLASS ACADEMY Portland | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| SHINING STAR WALDORF SCHOOL Portland | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Chapman Elementary School Portland | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Metropolitan Learning Center Portland | 2.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Emerson School Portland | 2.4 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97217 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,387
Median Home Value
$569,500
Median Rent
$1,789/mo
Population
34,756
College Educated
59.4%
Homeownership
57.5%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
10.9%
Median Age
37.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Beach Elementary School has a median household income of $100,387. It is a well-educated community where 59% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $569,500, with a median rent of $1,789/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.9%. 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 |
|---|---|
| Arleta Elementary School Portland, OR | 8.9 |
| Dundee Elementary School Dundee, OR | 8.9 |
| Maplewood Elementary School Portland, OR | 8.9 |
| Multi-sensory Instruction Teaching Children Hands-On (MITCH) Tualatin, OR | 8.9 |
| Riverside Elementary School Grants Pass, OR | 8.9 |
| Camas Ridge Community Elementary Eugene, OR | 9.0 |
Compare Beach Elementary School with similar schools nearby
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 Beach Elementary School
What grades does Beach Elementary School serve?
Beach Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Beach Elementary School?
Beach Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 325 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Beach Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Beach Elementary School is 18.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Beach Elementary School rank in OR?
Beach Elementary School is ranked #62 out of 1,226 schools in OR.
What is Beach Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Beach 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 Beach Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Beach Elementary School has 54.1% math proficiency and 56.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Beach Elementary School a charter school?
No, Beach Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Beach Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Beach Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Beach Elementary School?
65.2% of students at Beach 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
- 72 Very Walkable
- Transit Score
- 54 Good Transit
- Bike Score
- 98 Biker’s Paradise
- City Safety
- High (6,288/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 325
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Multnomah County
- Phone
- (503) 916-6236
- 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
- #33 of 85
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