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#14 of 1,226 schools in OR

Top 1% in state

Irvington Elementary School

Elementary School · Portland SD 1J

1320 NE Brazee St, Portland, OR 97212

Enrollment

235

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

9.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oregon schools

#14 of 1,226

In Portland

#6 of 148

public schools

In district

#5 of 85

Portland SD 1J

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Irvington Elementary School

9.5/10

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

Le Monde French Immersion Public Charter School

9.7/10

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9.4/10

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About Irvington Elementary School

Irvington Elementary School is a public elementary school in Portland, OR, part of Portland SD 1J. Irvington Elementary School serves approximately 235 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Irvington Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 out of 10 and ranks #14 of 1,226 schools in OR.

Structured state assessment records for Irvington Elementary School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts above district
  • This school 9.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.3
  • OR avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at Irvington 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 Progress9.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57.8% (2025 OSAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency66.4% (2025 OSAS)
Math vs. State Avg+26 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+23.4 pts
Overall Proficiency62% (2025 OSAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 OSAS)
vs. Expected+16.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,800
Chronic Absenteeism31.5%

Irvington Elementary School — Students at Irvington Elementary School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

25.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 54.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
31.8% (2025 OSAS)
ELA Proficiency 66.0% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
74%
ELA
74%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
71%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
48%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
48%
ELA
63%
2016
Math
48%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2025
Math
57.8%
ELA
66.4%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.

How Irvington Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
9.5/10
99th percentile in OR
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
26%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.5%

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

1320 NE Brazee St, Portland, OR 97212

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Irvington Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Le Monde French Immersion Public Charter School (rated 9.7/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Alameda Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Beverly Cleary School (rated 9.3/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
THE MADELEINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Portland 0.6 mi 5.3
Sabin Elementary School Portland 0.8 mi 9.2
VILLAGE FREE SCHOOL Portland 1.0 mi 6.4
Alameda Elementary School Portland 0.9 mi 9.3
Harriet Tubman Middle School Portland 0.8 mi 9.3
Kairos PDX Portland 1.0 mi 7.2
Le Monde French Immersion Public Charter School Portland 1.3 mi 9.7
ST ANDREW NATIVITY SCHOOL Portland 1.3 mi 7.7
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. School Portland 1.3 mi 8.7
da Vinci Middle School Portland 1.2 mi 7.5
Buckman Elementary School Portland 1.4 mi 7.3
Beverly Cleary School Portland 1.0 mi 9.3
Boise-Eliot Elementary School Portland 1.1 mi 4.2
PACIFIC CREST COMMUNITY SCHOOL Portland 1.4 mi 5.6
CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Portland 1.5 mi 6.5
Vernon Elementary School Portland 1.6 mi 9.2
Grant High School Portland 1.2 mi 8.3
Jefferson High School Portland 1.7 mi 7.1
ALL SAINTS CHOOL Portland 1.6 mi 6.7
Emerson School Portland 1.7 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97212 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$128,098

Median Home Value

$824,800

Median Rent

$1,790/mo

Population

27,573

College Educated

69.9%

Homeownership

65.3%

Avg Commute

22.8 min

Poverty Rate

8%

Median Age

41.4

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Creston Elementary School Portland, OR 9.5
Victor Point Elementary School Silverton, OR 9.5
Winterhaven School Portland, OR 9.5
Bellview Elementary School Ashland, OR 9.4
Liberty Elementary School Tillamook, OR 9.4
Rieke Elementary School Portland, OR 9.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Irvington Elementary School

What grades does Irvington Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Irvington Elementary School?

Irvington Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 235 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Irvington Elementary School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Irvington Elementary School rank in OR?

Irvington Elementary School ranks #14 of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is Irvington Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Irvington Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 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 Irvington Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Irvington Elementary School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Irvington Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Irvington Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

25.5% of students at Irvington 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
79 Very Walkable
Transit Score
64 Good Transit
Bike Score
100 Biker’s Paradise

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Compare This School

How does Irvington Elementary School stack up?

Le Monde French Immersion Public Charter School
9.7
Woodlawn Elementary School
9.4
Lent Elementary School
7.8
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
235
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Free/Reduced Lunch
25.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Multnomah County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.5%

District

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

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