Excellent
#139 of 1,226 schools in OR
Top 11% in state
Sabin Elementary School
Elementary School · Portland SD 1J
4013 NE 18th Ave, Portland, OR 97212
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Portland
#54 of 148
public schools
Oregon elementary schools
#119 of 689
In district
#49 of 85
Portland SD 1J
Academic performance
9.3 / 10
Exceptional
About Sabin Elementary School
Sabin Elementary School is a public elementary school in Portland, OR, part of the Portland SD 1J. The school serves approximately 302 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 17.8:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 88.7th percentile among OR schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 61% proficiency in math, 29 points above the state average and 70% in reading/language arts, 27 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (8.1/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $128,098, where 70% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
Score Breakdown
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Sabin Elementary School — Students at Sabin Elementary School score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
31.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)
Based on 6 test records from OR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.9/10.
How Sabin Elementary School Compares
See how Sabin Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 58% (2019) to 57.2% (2025). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 73% (2019) to 64.7% (2025).
Location
4013 NE 18th Ave, Portland, OR 97212
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sabin Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Le Monde French Immersion Public Charter School (rated 9.5/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Irvington Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Woodlawn Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE MADELEINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Portland | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Vernon Elementary School Portland | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Alameda Elementary School Portland | 0.6 mi | 8.7 |
| ST ANDREW NATIVITY SCHOOL Portland | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Irvington Elementary School Portland | 0.8 mi | 9.4 |
| Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. School Portland | 0.7 mi | 9.1 |
| Kairos PDX Portland | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Beverly Cleary School Portland | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Faubion Elementary School Portland | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Woodlawn Elementary School Portland | 1.6 mi | 9.4 |
| Harriet Tubman Middle School Portland | 1.4 mi | 9.4 |
| Grant High School Portland | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Boise-Eliot Elementary School Portland | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Jefferson High School Portland | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Alliance High School Portland | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| VILLAGE FREE SCHOOL Portland | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| HOLY REDEEMER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Portland | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Beaumont Middle School Portland | 1.3 mi | 9.6 |
| da Vinci Middle School Portland | 1.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Le Monde French Immersion Public Charter School Portland | 2.0 mi | 9.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97212 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$128,098
Median Home Value
$824,800
Median Rent
$1,790/mo
Population
27,573
College Educated
69.9%
Homeownership
65.3%
Avg Commute
22.8 min
Poverty Rate
8%
Median Age
41.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Sabin Elementary School has a median household income of $128,098. It is a well-educated community where 70% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $824,800, with a median rent of $1,790/month. The local poverty rate of 8.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Island City Elementary School Island City, OR | 8.4 |
| Kelly Elementary School Portland, OR | 8.4 |
| Lighthouse Charter School Coos Bay, OR | 8.4 |
| Melrose Elementary School Roseburg, OR | 8.4 |
| Ruch Outdoor Community School Jacksonville, OR | 8.4 |
| Vestal Elementary School Portland, OR | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sabin Elementary School
What grades does Sabin Elementary School serve?
Sabin Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sabin Elementary School?
Sabin Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 302 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sabin Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sabin Elementary School is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sabin Elementary School rank in OR?
Sabin Elementary School is ranked #139 out of 1,226 schools in OR.
What is Sabin Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sabin Elementary School has a composite rating of 8.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Sabin Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Sabin Elementary School has 60.7% math proficiency and 69.9% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Sabin Elementary School a charter school?
No, Sabin Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sabin Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Sabin Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sabin Elementary School?
31.1% of students at Sabin 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.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 80 Very Walkable
- Transit Score
- 50 Good Transit
- Bike Score
- 98 Biker’s Paradise
- City Safety
- High (6,288/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 302
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 31.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Multnomah County
- Phone
- (503) 916-6181
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Portland SD 1J- District Enrollment
- 44,039
- Schools in District
- 86
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,800
- District Rank
- #49 of 85
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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