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#234 of 1,226 schools in OR

Top 19% in state

Lenox Elementary School

Elementary School · Hillsboro SD 1J

21200 NW Rock Creek Blvd, Portland, OR 97229

Enrollment

366

Student-Teacher

18.3:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oregon schools

#234 of 1,226

In Portland

#71 of 148

public schools

In district

#7 of 36

Hillsboro SD 1J

Academic performance

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Lenox Elementary School

8.0/10

Elementary School in Portland · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Lenox Elementary School

Lenox Elementary School is a public elementary school in Portland, OR, part of Hillsboro SD 1J. Lenox Elementary School serves approximately 366 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Lenox Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #234 of 1,226 schools in OR.

Structured state assessment records for Lenox Elementary School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.7 pts above district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.3
  • OR avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Lenox 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 Progress7.8Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.26 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44.5% (2025 OSAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50.9% (2025 OSAS)
Math vs. State Avg+12.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.9 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2025 OSAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 OSAS)
vs. Expected+6.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,053
Chronic Absenteeism31.4%

Lenox Elementary School — Students at Lenox Elementary School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

41%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 60.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
31.8% (2025 OSAS)
ELA Proficiency 69.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 OSAS)

Based on 30 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
86%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
70%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
65%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
59%
ELA
71%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
69%
2016
Math
55%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
56%
ELA
63%
2018
Math
50%
ELA
61%
2019
Math
50%
ELA
61%
2020*
Math
54.5%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
54.5%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
55%
2025
Math
44.5%
ELA
50.9%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.8/10.

How Lenox Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.0/10
81th percentile in OR
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
41%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.4%

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

21200 NW Rock Creek Blvd, Portland, OR 97229

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lenox Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Springville Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bethany Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Beaverton), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Rock Creek Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Liberty High School Hillsboro 0.5 mi 4.9
FAITH BIBLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hillsboro 1.6 mi 4.9
Rock Creek Elementary School Portland 1.4 mi 8.4
Westview High School Portland 1.5 mi 6.2
Quatama Elementary School Hillsboro 1.9 mi 8.0
Orenco Elementary School Hillsboro 2.1 mi 5.6
West Union Elementary School Hillsboro 2.0 mi 4.0
McKinley Elementary School Beaverton 2.3 mi 5.7
Bethany Elementary School Beaverton 2.0 mi 8.8
Beaverton Academy of Science and Engineering Hillsboro 2.4 mi 8.1
FLEX Online School Hillsboro 2.4 mi 4.7
TUALATIN VALLEY ACADEMY Hillsboro 2.9 mi 6.8
Springville Elementary School Portland 2.2 mi 9.1
EARLY LEARNING MATTERS Hillsboro 2.4 mi
Tobias Elementary School Aloha 3.2 mi 6.6
Five Oaks Middle School Beaverton 2.7 mi 6.5
R A Brown Middle School Hillsboro 3.4 mi 6.9
Indian Hills Elementary School Aloha 3.5 mi 6.7
ANGELS ACADEMY LLC Beaverton 3.0 mi
Imlay Elementary School Hillsboro 3.4 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97229 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$159,863

Median Home Value

$728,800

Median Rent

$1,948/mo

Population

75,626

College Educated

68.8%

Homeownership

70.2%

Avg Commute

23.8 min

Poverty Rate

4.9%

Median Age

37.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lenox Elementary School

What grades does Lenox Elementary School serve?

Lenox Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Lenox Elementary School?

Lenox Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 366 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Lenox Elementary School is 18.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lenox Elementary School rank in OR?

Lenox Elementary School ranks #234 of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is Lenox Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lenox Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Lenox Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lenox Elementary School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lenox Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Lenox Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

41.0% of students at Lenox 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
51 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
66 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
366
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
41.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Washington County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.4%

District

Hillsboro SD 1J
District Enrollment
18,761
Schools in District
37
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,053
District Rank
#7 of 36

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