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#76 of 1,226 schools in OR

Top 6% in state

Grout Elementary School

Elementary School · Portland SD 1J

3119 SE Holgate Blvd, Portland, OR 97202

Enrollment

302

Student-Teacher

16.8:1

Score

9.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oregon schools

#76 of 1,226

In Portland

#39 of 148

public schools

In district

#29 of 85

Portland SD 1J

Equity

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Grout Elementary School

9.0/10

Elementary School in Portland · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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9.7/10

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9.4/10

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About Grout Elementary School

Grout Elementary School is a public elementary school in Portland, OR, part of Portland SD 1J. Grout Elementary School serves approximately 302 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Grout Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #76 of 1,226 schools in OR.

Structured state assessment records for Grout Elementary School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 9.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.3
  • OR avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

40% of students at Grout 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 Progress9.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.64 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53.1% (2025 OSAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56.2% (2025 OSAS)
Math vs. State Avg+21.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+13.2 pts
Overall Proficiency55% (2025 OSAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2025 OSAS)
vs. Expected+21.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,800
Chronic Absenteeism40.1%

Grout Elementary School — Students at Grout Elementary School score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

64.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 50.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
31.8% (2025 OSAS)
ELA Proficiency 59.2% (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
72%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2025
Math
53.1%
ELA
56.2%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.

How Grout Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
9.0/10
94th percentile in OR
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
65%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
40.1%

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

3119 SE Holgate Blvd, Portland, OR 97202

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Grout Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Llewellyn Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Winterhaven School (rated 9.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Creston Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
TUCKER MAXON SCHOOL Portland 0.2 mi 7.4
Cleveland High School Portland 0.6 mi 8.5
Hosford Middle School Portland 1.1 mi 8.7
WHOLE CHILD MONTESSORI CENTER Portland 0.9 mi
ST IGNATIUS SCHOOL Portland 0.9 mi 5.9
Winterhaven School Portland 0.9 mi 9.5
Creston Elementary School Portland 0.9 mi 9.5
Richmond Elementary School Portland 1.2 mi 8.4
VENN ACADEMY Portland 1.3 mi
Duniway Elementary School Portland 1.6 mi 8.6
PUDDLETOWN SCHOOL Portland 1.5 mi 7.3
Lewis Elementary School Portland 1.4 mi 8.6
Woodstock Elementary School Portland 1.2 mi 9.1
Abernethy Elementary School Portland 1.4 mi 9.4
Llewellyn Elementary School Portland 1.3 mi 9.6
HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Portland 1.6 mi 6.4
Sunnyside Environmental School Portland 1.6 mi 8.2
SUNSTONE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Portland 1.5 mi 7.4
Franklin High School Portland 1.5 mi 5.7
CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Portland 2.0 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97202 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$100,353

Median Home Value

$684,800

Median Rent

$1,674/mo

Population

44,107

College Educated

64.7%

Homeownership

50.6%

Avg Commute

24.4 min

Poverty Rate

9.9%

Median Age

37.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Grout Elementary School

What grades does Grout Elementary School serve?

Grout Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Grout Elementary School?

Grout Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 302 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Grout Elementary School is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Grout Elementary School rank in OR?

Grout Elementary School ranks #76 of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is Grout Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Grout Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 Grout Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Grout Elementary School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Grout Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Grout Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

64.6% of students at Grout 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
75 Very Walkable
Transit Score
49 Some Transit
Bike Score
92 Biker’s Paradise

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Compare This School

How does Grout Elementary School stack up?

Le Monde French Immersion Public Charter School
9.7
Woodlawn Elementary School
9.4
Irvington Elementary School
9.5
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
64.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Multnomah County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
40.1%

District

Portland SD 1J
District Enrollment
44,039
Schools in District
86
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,800
District Rank
#29 of 85

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