Very Good
#318 of 1,226 schools in OR
Top 26% in state
Grant Watts Elementary School
Elementary School · Scappoose SD 1J
52000 SE Third Pl, Scappoose, OR 97056
Enrollment
352
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
352
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oregon schools
#318 of 1,226
In Scappoose
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#3 of 8
Scappoose SD 1J
Academic growth
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About Grant Watts Elementary School
Grant Watts Elementary School is a public elementary school in Scappoose, OR, part of Scappoose SD 1J. Grant Watts Elementary School serves approximately 352 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Grant Watts Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #318 of 1,226 schools in OR.
Structured state assessment records for Grant Watts Elementary School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- OR avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Grant Watts 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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Grant Watts Elementary School — Students at Grant Watts Elementary School score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
41.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)
Based on 28 test records from OR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.8/10.
How Grant Watts Elementary School Compares
See how Grant Watts Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
52000 SE Third Pl, Scappoose, OR 97056
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Grant Watts Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Skyline Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Portland), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sauvie Island School (rated 9.3/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Portland), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Union Ridge Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Ridgefield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Scappoose, see our Scappoose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Otto Petersen Elementary School Scappoose | 0.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Scappoose High School Scappoose | 0.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Scappoose Online Academy Scappoose | 0.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Scappoose Middle School Scappoose | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| SCAPPOOSE ADVENTIST SCHOOL Scappoose | 2.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Warren Elementary School Warren | 4.4 mi | 3.0 |
| South Columbia Family School Scappoose | 4.4 mi | 7.7 |
| COLUMBIA COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Saint Helens | 4.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Sauvie Island School Portland | 6.9 mi | 9.3 |
| St Helens High School St. Helens | 7.1 mi | 3.7 |
| McBride Elementary School St. Helens | 7.5 mi | 4.4 |
| St Helens Arthur Academy St. Helens | 8.1 mi | 6.5 |
| St Helens Middle School St. Helens | 8.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Plymouth High School St. Helens | 8.5 mi | 5.6 |
| St. Helens Virtual Academy St. Helens | 8.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Lewis & Clark Elementary School St. Helens | 8.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Skyline Elementary School Portland | 9.9 mi | 9.4 |
| Ridgefield Early Learning Center Ridgefield | 7.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Union Ridge Elementary Ridgefield | 7.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Columbia City School Columbia City | 10.2 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97056 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,351
Median Home Value
$437,500
Median Rent
$1,612/mo
Population
12,794
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
77.2%
Avg Commute
30.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.3%
Median Age
41.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cascade Heights Public Charter School Clackamas, OR | 7.6 |
| Enterprise Elementary School Enterprise, OR | 7.6 |
| Hazeldale Elementary School Aloha, OR | 7.6 |
| Powell Butte Community Charter School Powell Butte, OR | 7.6 |
| Stayton Elementary School Stayton, OR | 7.6 |
| Village School Eugene, OR | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Grant Watts Elementary School
What grades does Grant Watts Elementary School serve?
Grant Watts Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Grant Watts Elementary School?
Grant Watts Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 352 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grant Watts Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Grant Watts Elementary School is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Grant Watts Elementary School rank in OR?
Grant Watts Elementary School ranks #318 of 1,226 schools in OR.
What is Grant Watts Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Grant Watts Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Grant Watts Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Grant Watts Elementary School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Grant Watts Elementary School a charter school?
No, Grant Watts Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Grant Watts Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Grant Watts Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Grant Watts Elementary School?
41.2% of students at Grant Watts 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
- Kindergarten – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 352
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 41.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Columbia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.1%
- Phone
- (971) 200-8002
Resources & Links
District
Scappoose SD 1J- District Enrollment
- 2,255
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,387
- District Rank
- #3 of 8
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