Skip to main content

Excellent

#36 of 1,226 schools in OR

Top 3% in state

Scott Elementary School

Elementary School · Portland SD 1J

6700 NE Prescott St, Portland, OR 97218

Enrollment

500

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

9.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Portland

#23 of 148

public schools

Oregon elementary schools

#33 of 689

In district

#23 of 85

Portland SD 1J

Academic growth

9.9 / 10

Exceptional

About Scott Elementary School

Scott Elementary School serves 500 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Portland, Oregon. It earns a composite score of 9.1 out of 10 — an Exceptional rating — and ranks 36th among 1,226 public schools statewide. Scott outperforms 97 percent of Oregon public schools.

Within Portland, it places 23rd out of 148 public schools and 33rd out of 689 elementary schools across the state. The defining number here is growth. Scott scores 9.9 out of 10 on academic growth — a near-perfect mark that captures how fast students accelerate relative to where they started, regardless of incoming level.

Academic achievement scores 7.5 out of 10, a strong baseline that the growth rate makes more meaningful. Students here are advancing faster than peers in virtually every school across Oregon. At a student-teacher ratio of 14.7 to 1, classrooms stay manageable for a public school of 500.

For families comparing elementary options across Portland, Scott's combination of strong achievement scores and a near-perfect 9.9 growth rating is hard to match among regular public schools.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.9Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data3
Annual Change+2.93 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.5Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency36.9%
Reading/ELA Proficiency41.3%
Math vs. State Avg+5.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.7 pts
Overall Proficiency39%
Expected (poverty-adj.)33%
vs. Expected+5.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.4Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,309

Scott Elementary School — Students at Scott Elementary School score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

64.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 29.3%
School
State
31.8%
ELA Proficiency 34.1%
School
State
43.0%

Based on 6 test records from OR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2019
Math
19%
ELA
24%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2025
Math
36.9%
ELA
41.3%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.

How Scott Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
9.1/10
97th percentile in OR
Academic
7.5/10
7.5/10
Growth
9.9/10
Above average
Environment
9.4/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
64%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers

Location

6700 NE Prescott St, Portland, OR 97218

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Scott Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rigler Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Lee Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Rose City Park (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
COMMUNITY TRANSITIONAL SCHOOL Portland 0.5 mi 8.6
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Portland 0.7 mi 6.4
Roseway Heights School Portland 0.8 mi 8.4
Rigler Elementary School Portland 0.7 mi 9.0
ST ROSE SCHOOL Portland 1.1 mi 6.0
Leodis V. McDaniel High School Portland 1.1 mi 7.4
Rose City Park Portland 1.2 mi 8.9
Helensview High School Portland 1.1 mi 7.8
Hassolo School Portland 1.7 mi
FORA HEALTH ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL Portland 1.2 mi
DE LA SALLE NORTH CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Portland 1.3 mi 7.7
Beaumont Middle School Portland 1.4 mi 9.6
Alliance High School Portland 1.4 mi 6.1
Lee Elementary School Portland 1.7 mi 9.0
Vestal Elementary School Portland 2.2 mi 8.4
Mt Tabor Middle School Portland 2.4 mi 9.0
THE PORTLAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Portland 2.3 mi 5.9
Grant High School Portland 1.9 mi 7.5
Laurelhurst Elementary School Portland 2.2 mi 8.4
Prescott Elementary School Portland 1.9 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97218 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,367

Median Home Value

$493,300

Median Rent

$1,440/mo

Population

14,704

College Educated

51.1%

Homeownership

58.6%

Avg Commute

24.4 min

Poverty Rate

14.8%

Median Age

36.9

Community Profile

The community surrounding Scott Elementary School has a median household income of $81,367. It is a well-educated community where 51% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $493,300, with a median rent of $1,440/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.8%. The average commute for residents is 24 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
Bridlemile Elementary School Portland, OR 9.1
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. School Portland, OR 9.1
Riverdale Grade School Portland, OR 9.1
Winterhaven School Portland, OR 9.1
Abernethy Elementary School Portland, OR 9.2
Atkinson Elementary School Portland, OR 9.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Scott Elementary School

What grades does Scott Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Scott Elementary School?

Scott Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 500 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Scott Elementary School is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Scott Elementary School rank in OR?

Scott Elementary School is ranked #36 out of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is Scott Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Scott Elementary School has a composite rating of 9.1 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 Scott Elementary School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Scott Elementary School has 29.3% math proficiency and 34.1% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Scott Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Scott Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

64.4% of students at Scott 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.

11 schools nearby View map →

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
73 Very Walkable
Transit Score
41 Some Transit
Bike Score
89 Very Bikeable
City Safety
High (6,288/100K)

Powered by Walk Score

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Portland). Data >1 year old.

Compare This School

How does Scott Elementary School stack up?

Le Monde French Immersion Public Charter School
9.5
Woodlawn Elementary School
9.4
Sitton Elementary School
9.2
Compare Selected →

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
500
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
64.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Multnomah County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Portland SD 1J
District Enrollment
44,039
Schools in District
86
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,800
District Rank
#23 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.

Read our full methodology

Related reading

Get school insights in your inbox

New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.