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#135 of 1,226 schools in OR

Top 11% in state

Lewis Elementary School

Elementary School · Portland SD 1J

4401 SE Evergreen St, Portland, OR 97206

Enrollment

297

Student-Teacher

18.6:1

Score

8.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oregon schools

#135 of 1,226

In Portland

#55 of 148

public schools

In district

#44 of 85

Portland SD 1J

Academic performance

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Lewis Elementary School

8.6/10

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

Portland, OR. Compare side by side with Lewis Elementary School before ruling this option in or out.

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9.4/10

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About Lewis Elementary School

Lewis Elementary School is a public elementary school in Portland, OR, part of Portland SD 1J. Lewis Elementary School serves approximately 297 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Lewis Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #135 of 1,226 schools in OR.

Structured state assessment records for Lewis Elementary School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 8.6 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.3
  • OR avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

37% of students at Lewis 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 Progress8.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.98 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency59.4% (2025 OSAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency66.4% (2025 OSAS)
Math vs. State Avg+27.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+23.4 pts
Overall Proficiency63% (2025 OSAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 OSAS)
vs. Expected+18.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile91th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,800
Chronic Absenteeism37.4%

Lewis Elementary School — Students at Lewis Elementary School score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

29.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 61.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
31.8% (2025 OSAS)
ELA Proficiency 73.1% (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
92%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2025
Math
59.4%
ELA
66.4%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.4/10.

How Lewis Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.6/10
89th percentile in OR
Academic
9.4/10
Excellent
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
29%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
37.4%

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

4401 SE Evergreen St, Portland, OR 97206

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lewis Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Creston Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Woodstock Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Grout Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
PUDDLETOWN SCHOOL Portland 0.3 mi 7.3
HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Portland 0.4 mi 6.4
WHOLE CHILD MONTESSORI CENTER Portland 0.4 mi
Woodstock Elementary School Portland 0.6 mi 9.1
SUNSTONE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Portland 0.6 mi 7.4
Duniway Elementary School Portland 0.6 mi 8.6
Lane Middle School Portland 0.8 mi 6.5
Ardenwald Elementary School Milwaukie 1.1 mi 6.9
Creston Elementary School Portland 1.5 mi 9.5
Grout Elementary School Portland 1.4 mi 9.0
TUCKER MAXON SCHOOL Portland 1.4 mi 7.4
ST IGNATIUS SCHOOL Portland 1.7 mi 5.9
MT SCOTT PARK CENTER FOR LEARNING Portland 1.4 mi 7.6
Lewelling Elementary School Milwaukie 1.6 mi 4.6
Arleta Elementary School Portland 1.4 mi 8.9
Franklin High School Portland 2.0 mi 5.7
Whitman Elementary School Portland 1.5 mi 5.6
Cleveland High School Portland 2.0 mi 8.5
Richmond Elementary School Portland 2.2 mi 8.4
Atkinson Elementary School Portland 2.2 mi 9.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$94,233

Median Home Value

$480,500

Median Rent

$1,693/mo

Population

50,258

College Educated

49.3%

Homeownership

64.8%

Avg Commute

26.8 min

Poverty Rate

9.8%

Median Age

39.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Duniway Elementary School Portland, OR 8.6
Ferndale Elementary School Milton-Freewater, OR 8.6
Ladd Acres Elementary School Hillsboro, OR 8.6
Multi-sensory Instruction Teaching Children Hands-On (MITCH) Tualatin, OR 8.6
Welches Elementary School Sandy, OR 8.6
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. School Portland, OR 8.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lewis Elementary School

What grades does Lewis Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Lewis Elementary School?

Lewis Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 297 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Lewis Elementary School is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lewis Elementary School rank in OR?

Lewis Elementary School ranks #135 of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is Lewis Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lewis Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Lewis Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lewis Elementary School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lewis Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Lewis Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

29.3% of students at Lewis 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
69 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
98 Biker’s Paradise

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Compare This School

How does Lewis Elementary School stack up?

Le Monde French Immersion Public Charter School
9.7
Woodlawn Elementary School
9.4
Markham Elementary School
9.2
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
297
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
29.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Multnomah County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
37.4%

District

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

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