Below Average
#1076 of 1,226 schools in OR
Boise-eliot Elementary School
Elementary School · Portland SD 1J
620 N Fremont, Portland, OR 97227
Enrollment
307
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
307
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oregon schools
#1,076 of 1,226
In Portland
#144 of 148
public schools
In district
#84 of 85
Portland SD 1J
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Boise-eliot Elementary School
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About Boise-eliot Elementary School
Boise-eliot Elementary School is a public elementary school in Portland, OR, part of Portland SD 1J. Boise-eliot Elementary School serves approximately 307 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Boise-eliot Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,076 of 1,226 schools in OR.
Structured state assessment records for Boise-eliot Elementary School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 8.3
- OR avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
51% of students at Boise-eliot Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Boise-eliot Elementary School — Students at Boise-eliot Elementary School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)
Based on 26 test records from OR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.9/10.
How Boise-eliot Elementary School Compares
See how Boise-eliot Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
620 N Fremont, Portland, OR 97227
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Boise-eliot Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Irvington Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Beach Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sabin Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kairos PDX Portland | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Harriet Tubman Middle School Portland | 0.6 mi | 9.3 |
| Jefferson High School Portland | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Beach Elementary School Portland | 0.9 mi | 9.3 |
| The Ivy School Portland | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. School Portland | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
| ST ANDREW NATIVITY SCHOOL Portland | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| CHILDPEACE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Portland | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Ockley Green Middle School Portland | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Irvington Elementary School Portland | 1.1 mi | 9.5 |
| HOLY REDEEMER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Portland | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Emerson School Portland | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Sabin Elementary School Portland | 1.2 mi | 9.2 |
| TRINITY ACADEMY Portland | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Metropolitan Learning Center Portland | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
| THE MADELEINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Portland | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Chief Joseph Elementary School Portland | 2.0 mi | 9.1 |
| Vernon Elementary School Portland | 1.7 mi | 9.2 |
| NORTHWEST ACADEMY Portland | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
| URBAN ED ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL OUTSIDE IN SCHOOL Portland | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97227 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,161
Median Home Value
$595,900
Median Rent
$1,609/mo
Population
6,378
College Educated
60%
Homeownership
24.7%
Avg Commute
21.7 min
Poverty Rate
15.5%
Median Age
35.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cornelius Elementary School Cornelius, OR | 4.2 |
| Ft Vannoy Elementary School Grants Pass, OR | 4.2 |
| Lee Elementary School Salem, OR | 4.2 |
| Lewis and Clark Montessori Charter School Gresham, OR | 4.2 |
| Lincoln Street Elementary School Hillsboro, OR | 4.2 |
| Sunnyside Elementary School Clackamas, OR | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Boise-eliot Elementary School
What grades does Boise-eliot Elementary School serve?
Boise-eliot Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Boise-eliot Elementary School?
Boise-eliot Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 307 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Boise-eliot Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Boise-eliot Elementary School is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Boise-eliot Elementary School rank in OR?
Boise-eliot Elementary School ranks #1,076 of 1,226 schools in OR.
What is Boise-eliot Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Boise-eliot Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Boise-eliot Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Boise-eliot Elementary School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Boise-eliot Elementary School a charter school?
No, Boise-eliot Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Boise-eliot Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Boise-eliot Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Boise-eliot Elementary School?
71.3% of students at Boise-eliot 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 307
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Multnomah County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.1%
- Phone
- (503) 916-6171
Resources & Links
District
Portland SD 1J- District Enrollment
- 44,039
- Schools in District
- 86
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,800
- District Rank
- #84 of 85
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