Excellent
#119 of 1,226 schools in OR
Top 10% in state
Hayhurst Elementary School
Elementary School · Portland SD 1J
5037 SW Iowa St, Portland, OR 97221
Enrollment
562
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
562
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Portland
#50 of 148
public schools
Oregon elementary schools
#103 of 689
In district
#45 of 85
Portland SD 1J
Academic performance
9.6 / 10
Exceptional
About Hayhurst Elementary School
Hayhurst Elementary School is a public elementary school in Portland, OR, part of the Portland SD 1J. The school serves approximately 562 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 17.6:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.5/10, placing it in the 90.4th percentile among OR schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 63% proficiency in math, 31 points above the state average and 70% in reading/language arts, 27 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (8.3/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $146,017, where 78% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
Score Breakdown
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Hayhurst Elementary School — Students at Hayhurst Elementary School score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
38.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)
Based on 6 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: 7.9/10.
How Hayhurst Elementary School Compares
See how Hayhurst Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 65% (2019) to 61.6% (2025). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 73% (2019) to 67.3% (2025).
Location
5037 SW Iowa St, Portland, OR 97221
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hayhurst Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rieke Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Markham Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Bridlemile Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 0.8 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 |
|---|---|---|
| WEST HILLS MONTESSORI SCHOOL-VERMONT Portland | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| ST JOHN FISHER Portland | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Maplewood Elementary School Portland | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Bridlemile Elementary School Portland | 0.8 mi | 9.1 |
| HILLTOP EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY Portland | 1.1 mi | — |
| Montclair Elementary School Portland | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| PORTLAND JEWISH ACADEMY Portland | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| CHILD'S VIEW MONTESSORI SCHOOL Portland | 1.8 mi | — |
| ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOL Portland | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| MAIMONIDES JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Portland | 1.3 mi | — |
| OREGON EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Portland | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Gray Middle School Portland | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Raleigh Hills Elementary School Portland | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| LINDAMOOD-BELL LEARNING PROCESSES PORTLAND Portland | 2.1 mi | — |
| Raleigh Park Elementary School Portland | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Markham Elementary School Portland | 2.2 mi | 9.3 |
| Rieke Elementary School Portland | 1.7 mi | 9.4 |
| Jackson Middle School Portland | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Capitol Hill Elementary School Portland | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| ST CLARE SCHOOL Portland | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97221 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$146,017
Median Home Value
$789,700
Median Rent
$1,658/mo
Population
13,118
College Educated
78.2%
Homeownership
72.7%
Avg Commute
21.3 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Median Age
42.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Hayhurst Elementary School has a median household income of $146,017. It is a well-educated community where 78% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $789,700, with a median rent of $1,658/month. The local poverty rate of 7.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hoover Elementary School Medford, OR | 8.5 |
| John Tuck Elementary School Redmond, OR | 8.5 |
| Ladd Acres Elementary School Hillsboro, OR | 8.5 |
| Stafford Primary School West Linn, OR | 8.5 |
| Westside Elementary School Hood River, OR | 8.5 |
| Ainsworth Elementary School Portland, OR | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hayhurst Elementary School
What grades does Hayhurst Elementary School serve?
Hayhurst Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Hayhurst Elementary School?
Hayhurst Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 562 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hayhurst Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hayhurst Elementary School is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hayhurst Elementary School rank in OR?
Hayhurst Elementary School is ranked #119 out of 1,226 schools in OR.
What is Hayhurst Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hayhurst Elementary School has a composite rating of 8.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Hayhurst Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Hayhurst Elementary School has 63.2% math proficiency and 70.4% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Hayhurst Elementary School a charter school?
No, Hayhurst Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hayhurst Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Hayhurst Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hayhurst Elementary School?
38.3% of students at Hayhurst 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
- Walk Score
- 45 Car-Dependent
- Transit Score
- 35 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 72 Very Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (6,288/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 562
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 38.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Multnomah County
- Phone
- (503) 916-6300
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Portland SD 1J- District Enrollment
- 44,039
- Schools in District
- 86
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,800
- District Rank
- #45 of 85
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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