Excellent
#137 of 1,226 schools in OR
Top 11% in state
Laurelhurst Elementary School
Elementary School · Portland SD 1J
840 NE 41st Ave, Portland, OR 97232
Enrollment
658
Student-Teacher
20.6:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
658
Student-Teacher
20.6:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Portland
#52 of 148
public schools
Oregon elementary schools
#118 of 689
In district
#47 of 85
Portland SD 1J
Academic performance
9.8 / 10
Exceptional
About Laurelhurst Elementary School
Laurelhurst Elementary School is a public elementary school in Portland, OR, part of the Portland SD 1J. The school serves approximately 658 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 20.6:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 88.9th percentile among OR schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 67% proficiency in math, 35 points above the state average and 80% in reading/language arts, 37 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.5/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $71,278, where 65% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at Laurelhurst Elementary School is 20.6:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
Score Breakdown
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Laurelhurst Elementary School — Students at Laurelhurst Elementary School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
10.5%
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: 8.5/10.
How Laurelhurst Elementary School Compares
See how Laurelhurst Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 70% (2019) to 68.7% (2025). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 82% (2019) to 79.3% (2025).
Location
840 NE 41st Ave, Portland, OR 97232
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Laurelhurst 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), which scores notably higher. Another option is Glencoe Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Atkinson Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ALL SAINTS CHOOL Portland | 0.2 mi | 6.7 |
| THE PORTLAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Portland | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Grant High School Portland | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Beverly Cleary School Portland | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Glencoe Elementary School Portland | 0.9 mi | 9.3 |
| PACIFIC CREST COMMUNITY SCHOOL Portland | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Sunnyside Environmental School Portland | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Mt Tabor Middle School Portland | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| ST ROSE SCHOOL Portland | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Rose City Park Portland | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Beaumont Middle School Portland | 1.4 mi | 9.6 |
| da Vinci Middle School Portland | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
| CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Portland | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Richmond Elementary School Portland | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Hassolo School Portland | 1.2 mi | — |
| Alameda Elementary School Portland | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Le Monde French Immersion Public Charter School Portland | 1.3 mi | 9.5 |
| THE MADELEINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Portland | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| VILLAGE FREE SCHOOL Portland | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Atkinson Elementary School Portland | 1.8 mi | 9.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97232 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,278
Median Home Value
$801,300
Median Rent
$1,584/mo
Population
15,152
College Educated
65.4%
Homeownership
25.3%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
35.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding Laurelhurst Elementary School has a median household income of $71,278. It is a well-educated community where 65% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $801,300, with a median rent of $1,584/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.2%. The average commute for residents is 22 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 |
|---|---|
| Barnes Butte Elementary Prineville, OR | 8.4 |
| Lake Grove Elementary School Lake Oswego, OR | 8.4 |
| Ponderosa Elementary Bend, OR | 8.4 |
| Ardenwald Elementary School Milwaukie, OR | 8.3 |
| Hayhurst Elementary School Portland, OR | 8.5 |
| Hoover Elementary School Medford, OR | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Laurelhurst Elementary School
What grades does Laurelhurst Elementary School serve?
Laurelhurst Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Laurelhurst Elementary School?
Laurelhurst Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 658 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Laurelhurst Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Laurelhurst Elementary School is 20.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Laurelhurst Elementary School rank in OR?
Laurelhurst Elementary School is ranked #137 out of 1,226 schools in OR.
What is Laurelhurst Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Laurelhurst Elementary School has a composite rating of 8.4 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 Laurelhurst Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Laurelhurst Elementary School has 67.2% math proficiency and 80.4% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Laurelhurst Elementary School a charter school?
No, Laurelhurst Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Laurelhurst Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Laurelhurst Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Laurelhurst Elementary School?
10.5% of students at Laurelhurst 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
- 85 Very Walkable
- Transit Score
- 69 Good Transit
- Bike Score
- 94 Biker’s Paradise
- City Safety
- High (6,288/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 658
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 10.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Multnomah County
- Phone
- (503) 916-6210
- 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
- #47 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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