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#330 of 1,226 schools in OR

Top 27% in state

John Wetten Elementary School

Elementary School · Gladstone SD 115

250 E Exeter, Gladstone, OR 97027

Enrollment

588

Student-Teacher

17.8:1

Score

7.5

Grades

1st – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oregon schools

#330 of 1,226

In Gladstone

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

Gladstone SD 115

School environment

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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John Wetten Elementary School

7.5/10

Elementary School in Gladstone · grades 1st – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.5/10

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About John Wetten Elementary School

John Wetten Elementary School is a public elementary school in Gladstone, OR, part of Gladstone SD 115. John Wetten Elementary School serves approximately 588 students, and covers grades 1st-5th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. John Wetten Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #330 of 1,226 schools in OR.

Structured state assessment records for John Wetten Elementary School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.5
  • OR avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

38% of students at John Wetten 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 Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.39 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36.8% (2025 OSAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41.9% (2025 OSAS)
Math vs. State Avg+5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.1 pts
Overall Proficiency39% (2025 OSAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2025 OSAS)
vs. Expected+3.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,309
Chronic Absenteeism37.9%

John Wetten Elementary School — Students at John Wetten Elementary School score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
31.8% (2025 OSAS)
ELA Proficiency 62.2% (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
81%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
84%
2011
Math
63%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
66%
2013
Math
56%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
51%
2015
Math
50%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
43%
ELA
60%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
59%
2018
Math
46%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
46%
ELA
54%
2022
Math
34%
ELA
48%
2025
Math
36.8%
ELA
41.9%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.5/10.

How John Wetten Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.5/10
73th percentile in OR
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
37.9%

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

250 E Exeter, Gladstone, OR 97027

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering John Wetten Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cedaroak Park Primary School (rated 9.1/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby West Linn), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bolton Primary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby West Linn), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sunset Primary School (rated 8.0/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby West Linn), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Gladstone, see our Gladstone schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Gladstone Center for Children and Families Gladstone 0.3 mi 7.5
Gladstone High School Gladstone 0.4 mi 4.0
PAIDEIA CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gladstone 0.8 mi 5.3
Walter L Kraxberger Middle School Gladstone 0.9 mi 6.4
Candy Lane Elementary School Milwaukie 0.9 mi 3.4
Alliance Charter Academy Oregon City 0.9 mi 7.2
RIVERGATE ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gladstone 1.0 mi 6.5
Putnam High School Milwaukie 1.5 mi 4.5
Clackamas Academy of Industrial Sciences Oregon City 1.8 mi 4.4
Bilquist Elementary School Milwaukie 1.9 mi 3.7
Bolton Primary School West Linn 1.5 mi 8.8
Holcomb Elementary School Oregon City 1.5 mi 4.7
West Linn High School West Linn 1.7 mi 6.9
Tumwata Middle School Oregon City 2.0 mi 4.1
Cascade Heights Public Charter School Clackamas 2.4 mi 7.6
Sunset Primary School West Linn 2.2 mi 8.0
SUNGARDEN MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE West Linn 2.2 mi
View Acres Elementary School Milwaukie 2.6 mi 7.3
Alder Creek Middle School Milwaukie 2.8 mi 4.1
Cedaroak Park Primary School West Linn 2.0 mi 9.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97027 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$91,957

Median Home Value

$464,700

Median Rent

$1,721/mo

Population

12,413

College Educated

24.4%

Homeownership

64.3%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

12.8%

Median Age

45.7

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Loma Vista Elementary Hermiston, OR 7.5
Meadow Ridge Elementary Albany, OR 7.5
Bridgeport Elementary School Tualatin, OR 7.4
Gilham Elementary School Eugene, OR 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about John Wetten Elementary School

What grades does John Wetten Elementary School serve?

John Wetten Elementary School serves students in grades 1st through 5th.

How many students attend John Wetten Elementary School?

John Wetten Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 588 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at John Wetten Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at John Wetten Elementary School is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does John Wetten Elementary School rank in OR?

John Wetten Elementary School ranks #330 of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is John Wetten Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

John Wetten Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 John Wetten Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, John Wetten Elementary School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is John Wetten Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is John Wetten Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

57.5% of students at John Wetten 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
71 Very Walkable
Bike Score
82 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 5th
Enrollment
588
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Clackamas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
37.9%

District

Gladstone SD 115
District Enrollment
1,609
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,309
District Rank
#1 of 4

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