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#286 of 1,226 schools in OR

Top 23% in state

Montclair Elementary School

Elementary School · Beaverton SD 48J

7250 SW Vermont, Portland, OR 97223

Enrollment

282

Student-Teacher

17.6:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oregon schools

#286 of 1,226

In Portland

#77 of 148

public schools

In district

#28 of 56

Beaverton SD 48J

Academic performance

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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7.7/10

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

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About Montclair Elementary School

Montclair Elementary School is a public elementary school in Portland, OR, part of Beaverton SD 48J. Montclair Elementary School serves approximately 282 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Montclair Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #286 of 1,226 schools in OR.

Structured state assessment records for Montclair Elementary School show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.8
  • OR avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

39% of students at Montclair 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 Progress7.2Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.51 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49.3% (2025 OSAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency66.2% (2025 OSAS)
Math vs. State Avg+17.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+23.2 pts
Overall Proficiency58% (2025 OSAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 OSAS)
vs. Expected+12.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile85th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,998
Chronic Absenteeism39%

Montclair Elementary School — Students at Montclair Elementary School score 58% 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

27%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 70.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
31.8% (2025 OSAS)
ELA Proficiency 78.0% (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
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
82%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
82%
2020*
Math
64.5%
ELA
74.5%
2021*
Math
64.5%
ELA
74.5%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2025
Math
49.3%
ELA
66.2%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How Montclair Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.7/10
77th percentile in OR
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
6.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
27%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
39.0%

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

7250 SW Vermont, Portland, OR 97223

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Montclair Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hope Chinese Charter School (rated 9.8/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Beaverton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bridlemile Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ridgewood Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
OREGON EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Portland 0.2 mi 7.3
Raleigh Hills Elementary School Portland 0.6 mi 7.8
Raleigh Park Elementary School Portland 1.2 mi 7.4
JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL Portland 1.1 mi 6.7
EDISON HIGH SCHOOL Portland 1.1 mi 7.8
Maplewood Elementary School Portland 1.1 mi 8.7
Hayhurst Elementary School Portland 1.1 mi 9.2
WEST HILLS MONTESSORI SCHOOL-VERMONT Portland 1.1 mi 7.1
ST JOHN FISHER Portland 1.3 mi 6.7
McKay Elementary School Beaverton 1.5 mi 7.7
West Sylvan Middle School Portland 2.0 mi 8.0
Bridlemile Elementary School Portland 1.7 mi 9.3
Whitford Middle School Beaverton 1.7 mi 7.5
CHILD'S VIEW MONTESSORI SCHOOL Portland 1.9 mi
Metzger Elementary School Tigard 2.3 mi 7.1
Markham Elementary School Portland 2.2 mi 9.2
Hope Chinese Charter School Beaverton 2.0 mi 9.8
LINDAMOOD-BELL LEARNING PROCESSES PORTLAND Portland 2.5 mi
Ridgewood Elementary School Portland 2.3 mi 9.3
WESTSIDE CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Tigard 2.7 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97223 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$108,040

Median Home Value

$577,600

Median Rent

$1,726/mo

Population

50,226

College Educated

50.1%

Homeownership

60.9%

Avg Commute

23.5 min

Poverty Rate

8.2%

Median Age

39.7

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McKay Creek Elementary School Pendleton, OR 7.7
McKay Elementary School Beaverton, OR 7.7
North Plains Elementary School North Plains, OR 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Montclair Elementary School

What grades does Montclair Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Montclair Elementary School?

Montclair Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 282 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Montclair Elementary School is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Montclair Elementary School rank in OR?

Montclair Elementary School ranks #286 of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is Montclair Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Montclair Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Montclair Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Montclair Elementary School has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Montclair Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Montclair Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

27.0% of students at Montclair 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
30 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
282
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
27.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Washington County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
39.0%

District

Beaverton SD 48J
District Enrollment
38,049
Schools in District
56
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,998
District Rank
#28 of 56

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