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#186 of 1,226 schools in OR

Top 15% in state

Portland Village School

Elementary School · Portland SD 1J

7654 N Delaware St, Portland, OR 97217

Charter

Enrollment

411

Student-Teacher

17.1:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oregon schools

#186 of 1,226

In Portland

#66 of 148

public schools

In district

#50 of 85

Portland SD 1J

Academic growth

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Portland Village School

8.3/10

Elementary School in Portland · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.3/10

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9.1/10

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About Portland Village School

Portland Village School is a public elementary school in Portland, OR, part of Portland SD 1J. Portland Village School serves approximately 411 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Portland Village School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #186 of 1,226 schools in OR.

Structured state assessment records for Portland Village School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.3
  • OR avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Portland Village School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

48% of students at Portland Village 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 Progress8.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.73 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43.6% (2025 OSAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49.6% (2025 OSAS)
Math vs. State Avg+11.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.6 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2025 OSAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 OSAS)
vs. Expected-0.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile65th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,800
Chronic Absenteeism47.9%

Portland Village School — Students at Portland Village School score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

21.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 44.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
31.8% (2025 OSAS)
ELA Proficiency 64.0% (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
72%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
54%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
43%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
53%
ELA
78%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
53%
2015
Math
33%
ELA
50%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
51%
2017
Math
30%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
44%
ELA
59%
2019
Math
44%
ELA
59%
2022
Math
43%
ELA
55%
2025
Math
43.6%
ELA
49.6%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.8/10.

How Portland Village School Compares

See how Portland Village School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
85th percentile in OR
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
21%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
47.9%

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

7654 N Delaware St, Portland, OR 97217

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Portland Village School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Woodlawn Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Beach Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Chief Joseph Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
OREGON OUTREACH Portland 0.1 mi 4.3
Chief Joseph Elementary School Portland 0.4 mi 9.1
Peninsula Elementary School Portland 0.5 mi 7.5
TRINITY ACADEMY Portland 0.8 mi 8.0
Ockley Green Middle School Portland 1.0 mi 7.7
SHINING STAR WALDORF SCHOOL Portland 0.9 mi 7.0
The Ivy School Portland 1.2 mi 8.5
Beach Elementary School Portland 1.4 mi 9.3
Rosa Parks Elementary School Portland 1.2 mi 6.1
HOLY REDEEMER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Portland 1.3 mi 6.4
Jefferson High School Portland 1.6 mi 7.1
Cesar Chavez K-8 School Portland 1.4 mi 4.8
HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Portland 1.5 mi 6.9
Boise-Eliot Elementary School Portland 2.3 mi 4.2
Astor Elementary School Portland 1.8 mi 7.0
Kairos PDX Portland 2.3 mi 7.2
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. School Portland 2.1 mi 8.7
Woodlawn Elementary School Portland 1.9 mi 9.4
ST ANDREW NATIVITY SCHOOL Portland 2.2 mi 7.7
CHILDPEACE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Portland 3.0 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97217 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$100,387

Median Home Value

$569,500

Median Rent

$1,789/mo

Population

34,756

College Educated

59.4%

Homeownership

57.5%

Avg Commute

23.3 min

Poverty Rate

10.9%

Median Age

37.9

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Desert View Elementary School Hermiston, OR 8.3
Ferguson Elementary School Klamath Falls, OR 8.3
Ninety-One School Hubbard, OR 8.3
Oak Hills Elementary School Beaverton, OR 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Portland Village School

What grades does Portland Village School serve?

Portland Village School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Portland Village School?

Portland Village School has an enrollment of approximately 411 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Portland Village School?

The student-teacher ratio at Portland Village School is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Portland Village School rank in OR?

Portland Village School ranks #186 of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is Portland Village School's MySchoolScout rating?

Portland Village School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Portland Village School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Portland Village School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Portland Village School a charter school?

Yes, Portland Village School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Portland Village School a Title I school?

No, Portland Village School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Portland Village School?

21.4% of students at Portland Village 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
83 Very Walkable
Transit Score
53 Good Transit
Bike Score
100 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
411
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
21.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Multnomah County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
47.9%

District

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

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