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Very Good

#402 of 1,226 schools in OR

Top 33% in state

Durham Elementary School

Elementary School · Tigard-Tualatin SD 23J

7980 SW Durham Rd, Tigard, OR 97224

Enrollment

552

Student-Teacher

17.2:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oregon schools

#402 of 1,226

In Tigard

#3 of 12

public schools

In district

#6 of 18

Tigard-Tualatin SD 23J

Academic performance

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Durham Elementary School

7.2/10

Elementary School in Tigard · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.9/10

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6.6/10

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About Durham Elementary School

Durham Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tigard, OR, part of Tigard-Tualatin SD 23J. Durham Elementary School serves approximately 552 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Durham Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #402 of 1,226 schools in OR.

Structured state assessment records for Durham Elementary School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • OR avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

42% of students at Durham 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.7 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41.2% (2025 OSAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.9% (2025 OSAS)
Math vs. State Avg+9.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+5.9 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2025 OSAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2025 OSAS)
vs. Expected+7.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile72th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,710
Chronic Absenteeism41.7%

Durham Elementary School — Students at Durham Elementary School score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

50.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 62.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
31.8% (2025 OSAS)
ELA Proficiency 70.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 OSAS)

Based on 26 test records from OR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
66%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
55%
ELA
61%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
58%
ELA
66%
2017
Math
58%
ELA
65%
2018
Math
60%
ELA
64%
2019
Math
60%
ELA
64%
2022
Math
41%
ELA
48%
2025
Math
41.2%
ELA
48.9%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.

How Durham Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.2/10
67th percentile in OR
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
50%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
41.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

7980 SW Durham Rd, Tigard, OR 97224

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Durham Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. River Grove Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Lake Oswego), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lake Grove Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Lake Oswego), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Oak Creek Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Lake Oswego), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tigard, see our Tigard schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Creekside Community High School Tigard 0.1 mi 6.9
Tigard High School Tigard 0.4 mi 6.6
THE CHILDRENS HOUR ACADEMY Lake Oswego 0.8 mi
James Templeton Elementary School Tigard 1.0 mi 6.6
Twality Middle School Tigard 1.1 mi 7.3
Tigard-Tualatin Virtual Academy Tigard 1.3 mi 5.9
Multi-sensory Instruction Teaching Children Hands-On (MITCH) Tualatin 1.7 mi 8.6
River Grove Elementary School Lake Oswego 1.5 mi 9.2
HORIZON CHRISTIAN ELEMEMTARY/MIDDLE SCHOOL Tualatin 2.0 mi 5.5
CHRISTA MCAULIFFE ACADEMY - SCHOOL OF ARTS/SCES Lake Oswego 1.8 mi 4.1
Charles F Tigard Elementary School Tigard 2.0 mi 6.3
Tualatin Elementary School Tualatin 2.2 mi 5.4
WESTSIDE CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Tigard 2.4 mi 5.4
Hazelbrook Middle School Tualatin 1.8 mi 6.7
Lakeridge Middle School Lake Oswego 1.7 mi 8.9
Bridgeport Elementary School Tualatin 2.1 mi 7.4
Oak Creek Elementary School Lake Oswego 2.3 mi 8.9
Lake Grove Elementary School Lake Oswego 2.1 mi 9.1
Thomas R Fowler Middle School Tigard 2.5 mi 6.7
Edward Byrom Elementary School Tualatin 2.8 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97224 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$94,456

Median Home Value

$579,400

Median Rent

$1,693/mo

Population

36,015

College Educated

48.4%

Homeownership

69%

Avg Commute

23.3 min

Poverty Rate

7.5%

Median Age

45.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Durham Elementary School

What grades does Durham Elementary School serve?

Durham Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Durham Elementary School?

Durham Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 552 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Durham Elementary School is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Durham Elementary School rank in OR?

Durham Elementary School ranks #402 of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is Durham Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Durham Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Durham Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Durham Elementary School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Durham Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Durham Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

50.4% of students at Durham 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
49 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
552
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
50.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Washington County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
41.7%

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