Excellent
#13 of 1,226 schools in OR
Top 1% in state
Creston Elementary School
Elementary School · Portland SD 1J
4701 SE Bush St, Portland, OR 97206
Enrollment
238
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
9.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
238
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
9.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oregon schools
#13 of 1,226
In Portland
#5 of 148
public schools
In district
#4 of 85
Portland SD 1J
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Creston Elementary School
Elementary School in Portland · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Creston Elementary School
Creston Elementary School is a public elementary school in Portland, OR, part of Portland SD 1J. Creston Elementary School serves approximately 238 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Creston Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 out of 10 and ranks #13 of 1,226 schools in OR.
Structured state assessment records for Creston Elementary School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 9.5 · Excellent
- District avg 8.3
- OR avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
48% of students at Creston 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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Creston Elementary School — Students at Creston Elementary School score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.7%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.
How Creston Elementary School Compares
See how Creston 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
4701 SE Bush St, Portland, OR 97206
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Creston Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Glencoe Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Woodstock Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Atkinson Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST IGNATIUS SCHOOL Portland | 0.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Franklin High School Portland | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Richmond Elementary School Portland | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Woodstock Elementary School Portland | 0.9 mi | 9.1 |
| Atkinson Elementary School Portland | 0.8 mi | 9.0 |
| MT SCOTT PARK CENTER FOR LEARNING Portland | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| WHOLE CHILD MONTESSORI CENTER Portland | 1.1 mi | — |
| SUNSTONE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Portland | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Grout Elementary School Portland | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Arleta Elementary School Portland | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Lewis Elementary School Portland | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| TUCKER MAXON SCHOOL Portland | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Glencoe Elementary School Portland | 1.5 mi | 9.4 |
| Kellogg Middle School Portland | 1.1 mi | 9.0 |
| Sunnyside Environmental School Portland | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Cleveland High School Portland | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Hosford Middle School Portland | 1.3 mi | 8.7 |
| PUDDLETOWN SCHOOL Portland | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Portland | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Lane Middle School Portland | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Irvington Elementary School Portland, OR | 9.5 |
| Victor Point Elementary School Silverton, OR | 9.5 |
| Winterhaven School Portland, OR | 9.5 |
| Abernethy Elementary School Portland, OR | 9.4 |
| Bellview Elementary School Ashland, OR | 9.4 |
| Liberty Elementary School Tillamook, OR | 9.4 |
Compare Creston Elementary School with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
- CompareCreston Elementary School vs Le Monde French Immersion Public Charter SchoolPortland, OR Peer score 9.7/10 +0.2 vs Creston Elementary School
- CompareCreston Elementary School vs Grout Elementary SchoolPortland, OR Peer score 9.0/10 -0.5 vs Creston Elementary School
- CompareCreston Elementary School vs Irvington Elementary SchoolPortland, OR Peer score 9.5/10 About even with Creston Elementary School
- CompareCreston Elementary School vs Woodlawn Elementary SchoolPortland, OR Peer score 9.4/10 -0.1 vs Creston Elementary School
- CompareCreston Elementary School vs Lent Elementary SchoolPortland, OR Peer score 7.8/10 -1.7 vs Creston Elementary School
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Creston Elementary School
What grades does Creston Elementary School serve?
Creston Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Creston Elementary School?
Creston Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 238 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Creston Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Creston Elementary School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Creston Elementary School rank in OR?
Creston Elementary School ranks #13 of 1,226 schools in OR.
What is Creston Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Creston Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 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 Creston Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Creston Elementary School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Creston Elementary School a charter school?
No, Creston Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Creston Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Creston Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Creston Elementary School?
77.7% of students at Creston 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 238
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Multnomah County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.9%
- Phone
- (503) 916-6340
Resources & Links
District
Portland SD 1J- District Enrollment
- 44,039
- Schools in District
- 86
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,800
- District Rank
- #4 of 85
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