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#915 of 1,226 schools in OR
Faubion Elementary School
Elementary School · Portland SD 1J
2930 NE Dekum St, Portland, OR 97211
Enrollment
570
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
570
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oregon schools
#915 of 1,226
In Portland
#129 of 148
public schools
In district
#81 of 85
Portland SD 1J
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Faubion Elementary School
Faubion Elementary School is a public elementary school in Portland, OR, part of Portland SD 1J. Faubion Elementary School serves approximately 570 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Faubion Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #915 of 1,226 schools in OR.
Structured state assessment records for Faubion Elementary School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 8.3
- OR avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
53% of students at Faubion 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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Faubion Elementary School — Students at Faubion Elementary School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.5%
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: 4.0/10.
How Faubion Elementary School Compares
See how Faubion 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
2930 NE Dekum St, Portland, OR 97211
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Faubion Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Irvington Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Woodlawn Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Alameda Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 1.6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Vernon Elementary School Portland | 0.7 mi | 9.2 |
| Alliance High School Portland | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| DE LA SALLE NORTH CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Portland | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Woodlawn Elementary School Portland | 0.9 mi | 9.4 |
| FORA HEALTH ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL Portland | 1.0 mi | — |
| Sabin Elementary School Portland | 1.4 mi | 9.2 |
| Alameda Elementary School Portland | 1.6 mi | 9.3 |
| ST ANDREW NATIVITY SCHOOL Portland | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| THE MADELEINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Portland | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Beaumont Middle School Portland | 1.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. School Portland | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Portland | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Rigler Elementary School Portland | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Grant High School Portland | 2.2 mi | 8.3 |
| HOLY REDEEMER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Portland | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Beverly Cleary School Portland | 2.3 mi | 9.3 |
| Irvington Elementary School Portland | 2.3 mi | 9.5 |
| ST ROSE SCHOOL Portland | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Jefferson High School Portland | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Kairos PDX Portland | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97211 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,604
Median Home Value
$616,800
Median Rent
$1,818/mo
Population
33,713
College Educated
56.4%
Homeownership
64.3%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
38.7
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|---|---|
| Beaver Acres Elementary School Beaverton, OR | 5.0 |
| Cesar E Chavez Elementary Salem, OR | 5.0 |
| Gaffney Lane Elementary School Oregon City, OR | 5.0 |
| May Roberts Elementary School Ontario, OR | 5.0 |
| Nestucca K8 Cloverdale, OR | 5.0 |
| Taft Elementary School Lincoln City, OR | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Faubion Elementary School
What grades does Faubion Elementary School serve?
Faubion Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Faubion Elementary School?
Faubion Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 570 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Faubion Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Faubion 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 Faubion Elementary School rank in OR?
Faubion Elementary School ranks #915 of 1,226 schools in OR.
What is Faubion Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Faubion Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Faubion Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Faubion Elementary School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Faubion Elementary School a charter school?
No, Faubion Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Faubion Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Faubion Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Faubion Elementary School?
83.5% of students at Faubion 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 570
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Multnomah County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.6%
- Phone
- (503) 916-5686
Resources & Links
District
Portland SD 1J- District Enrollment
- 44,039
- Schools in District
- 86
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,800
- District Rank
- #81 of 85
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