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#15 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

9.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Portland

#6 of 148

public schools

Oregon elementary schools

#14 of 689

In district

#6 of 85

Portland SD 1J

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Exceptional

About Irvington Elementary School

Irvington Elementary School serves 235 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Portland, Oregon. As a regular public school, it maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15.7:1, keeping class sizes manageable and instruction focused. The school earns a composite score of 9.4 out of 10, rated Exceptional.

Its academic score stands at 9.3 and its growth score reaches 9.6, signaling that students are not just performing well but actively advancing. Irvington ranks 15th out of 1,226 public schools statewide and 6th out of 148 in Portland, placing it among Oregon's top elementary programs by a wide margin. It outperforms 99% of Oregon schools — a figure that puts its results in concrete perspective against the full statewide field.

Among elementary schools specifically, Irvington holds the 14th position out of 689 across Oregon, confirming that its performance is not a product of favorable grade-level comparison but a genuine indicator of instructional strength. Families searching for a high-performing neighborhood public school in Portland will find Irvington's combination of strong academics, exceptional student growth, and small class size difficult to match at this level.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.6Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+1.27 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.3Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57.8%
Reading/ELA Proficiency66.4%
Math vs. State Avg+26 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+23.4 pts
Overall Proficiency62%
Expected (poverty-adj.)46%
vs. Expected+16.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.1Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,309

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 50.6%
School
State
31.8%
ELA Proficiency 61.8%
School
State
43.0%

Based on 6 test records from OR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

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
9.4/10
99th percentile in OR
Academic
9.3/10
9.3/10
Growth
9.6/10
Above average
Environment
9.1/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
26%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers

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 9.5/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. School (rated 9.1/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Vernon Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable 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 8.4
VILLAGE FREE SCHOOL Portland 1.0 mi 6.4
Alameda Elementary School Portland 0.9 mi 8.7
Harriet Tubman Middle School Portland 0.8 mi 9.4
Kairos PDX Portland 1.0 mi 7.1
Le Monde French Immersion Public Charter School Portland 1.3 mi 9.5
ST ANDREW NATIVITY SCHOOL Portland 1.3 mi 7.7
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. School Portland 1.3 mi 9.1
da Vinci Middle School Portland 1.2 mi 8.7
Buckman Elementary School Portland 1.4 mi 7.9
Beverly Cleary School Portland 1.0 mi 8.6
Boise-Eliot Elementary School Portland 1.1 mi 7.5
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 8.9
Grant High School Portland 1.2 mi 7.5
Jefferson High School Portland 1.7 mi 6.0
ALL SAINTS CHOOL Portland 1.6 mi 6.7
Emerson School Portland 1.7 mi 7.4

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Irvington Elementary School has a median household income of $128,098. It is a well-educated community where 70% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $824,800, with a median rent of $1,790/month. The local poverty rate of 8.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 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
Grout Elementary School Portland, OR 9.4
Joan Austin Elementary School Newberg, OR 9.4
Nehalem Elementary School Nehalem, OR 9.4
Rieke Elementary School Portland, OR 9.4
Woodlawn Elementary School Portland, OR 9.4
Lent Elementary School Portland, OR 9.3

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 is ranked #15 out of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is Irvington Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Irvington Elementary School has a composite rating of 9.4 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 Irvington Elementary School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Irvington Elementary School has 50.6% math proficiency and 61.8% reading/ELA proficiency.

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
63 Good Transit
Bike Score
100 Biker’s Paradise
City Safety
High (6,288/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Portland). Data >1 year old.

Compare This School

How does Irvington Elementary School stack up?

Le Monde French Immersion Public Charter School
9.5
Woodlawn Elementary School
9.4
Lent Elementary School
9.3
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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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Portland SD 1J
District Enrollment
44,039
Schools in District
86
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,800
District Rank
#6 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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