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#9 of 1,226 schools in OR

Top 1% in state

Rieke Elementary School

Elementary School · Portland SD 1J

1405 SW Vermont, Portland, OR 97219

Enrollment

288

Student-Teacher

19.2:1

Score

9.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oregon schools

#9 of 1,226

In Portland

#3 of 148

public schools

In district

#2 of 85

Portland SD 1J

Academic performance

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Rieke Elementary School

9.6/10

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

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9.5/10

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9.7/10

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About Rieke Elementary School

Rieke Elementary School is a public elementary school in Portland, OR, part of Portland SD 1J. Rieke Elementary School serves approximately 288 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Rieke Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 out of 10 and ranks #9 of 1,226 schools in OR.

Structured state assessment records for Rieke Elementary School show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 9.6 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.3
  • OR avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.96 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency82.7% (2025 OSAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency85.3% (2025 OSAS)
Math vs. State Avg+50.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+42.3 pts
Overall Proficiency84% (2025 OSAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2025 OSAS)
vs. Expected+35.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile99th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,800
Chronic Absenteeism21.9%

Rieke Elementary School — Students at Rieke Elementary School score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

16.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 76.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
31.8% (2025 OSAS)
ELA Proficiency 84.3% (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

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
86%
ELA
91%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
95%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2022
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2025
Math
82.7%
ELA
85.3%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.

How Rieke Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
9.6/10
99th percentile in OR
Academic
9.9/10
Excellent
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
17%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.9%

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

1405 SW Vermont, Portland, OR 97219

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rieke Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bridlemile Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Ainsworth Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 2.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Hayhurst Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Ida B. Wells-Barnett High School Portland 0.3 mi 5.7
MAIMONIDES JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Portland 0.4 mi
Gray Middle School Portland 0.5 mi 8.8
PORTLAND JEWISH ACADEMY Portland 0.5 mi 7.3
Capitol Hill Elementary School Portland 0.8 mi 9.0
ST CLARE SCHOOL Portland 0.9 mi 5.2
HILLTOP EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY Portland 0.7 mi
L'ETOILE FRENCH IMMERSION SCHOOL Portland 0.9 mi 7.0
Riverdale High School Portland 1.6 mi 9.5
A RENAISSANCE SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Portland 1.4 mi 8.6
The Cottonwood School of Civics and Science Portland 1.6 mi 8.0
CEDARWOOD WALDORF SCHOOL Portland 1.9 mi 6.5
ST JOHN FISHER Portland 1.5 mi 6.7
ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOL Portland 2.0 mi 7.7
WEST HILLS MONTESSORI SCHOOL-VERMONT Portland 1.6 mi 7.1
BRIDGES MIDDLE SCHOOL Portland 2.1 mi 5.6
Bridlemile Elementary School Portland 1.8 mi 9.3
Ainsworth Elementary School Portland 2.3 mi 9.2
Jackson Middle School Portland 2.1 mi 8.8
Hayhurst Elementary School Portland 1.7 mi 9.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97219 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$115,525

Median Home Value

$651,600

Median Rent

$1,603/mo

Population

43,111

College Educated

66.1%

Homeownership

71.5%

Avg Commute

22.7 min

Poverty Rate

6.7%

Median Age

41.3

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Forest Hills Elementary School Lake Oswego, OR 9.6
Llewellyn Elementary School Portland, OR 9.6
Westside Elementary School Hood River, OR 9.6
Creston Elementary School Portland, OR 9.5
Irvington Elementary School Portland, OR 9.5
Le Monde French Immersion Public Charter School Portland, OR 9.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rieke Elementary School

What grades does Rieke Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Rieke Elementary School?

Rieke Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 288 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Rieke Elementary School is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rieke Elementary School rank in OR?

Rieke Elementary School ranks #9 of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is Rieke Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Rieke Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 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 Rieke Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rieke Elementary School has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Rieke Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Rieke Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

16.7% of students at Rieke 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
86 Very Walkable
Transit Score
48 Some Transit
Bike Score
78 Very Bikeable

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Compare This School

How does Rieke Elementary School stack up?

Creston Elementary School
9.5
Le Monde French Immersion Public Charter School
9.7
Irvington Elementary School
9.5
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
288
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Free/Reduced Lunch
16.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Multnomah County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.9%

District

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

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