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#122 of 1,226 schools in OR

Top 10% 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

8.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oregon schools

#122 of 1,226

In Portland

#52 of 148

public schools

In district

#41 of 85

Portland SD 1J

Academic growth

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Scott Elementary School

8.7/10

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

Le Monde French Immersion Public Charter School

9.7/10

Portland, OR. Compare side by side with Scott Elementary School before ruling this option in or out.

Woodlawn Elementary School

9.4/10

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About Scott Elementary School

Scott Elementary School is a public elementary school in Portland, OR, part of Portland SD 1J. Scott Elementary School serves approximately 500 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Scott Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #122 of 1,226 schools in OR.

Structured state assessment records for Scott Elementary School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.3
  • OR avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

45% of students at Scott 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 Progress9.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.39 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.5Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36.9% (2025 OSAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41.3% (2025 OSAS)
Math vs. State Avg+5.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.7 pts
Overall Proficiency39% (2025 OSAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2025 OSAS)
vs. Expected+5.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,800
Chronic Absenteeism44.6%

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

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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 27.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
31.8% (2025 OSAS)
ELA Proficiency 37.6% (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
66%
ELA
68%
2010
Math
39%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
30%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
30%
ELA
45%
2013
Math
23%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
13%
ELA
26%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
24%
2016
Math
19%
ELA
23%
2017
Math
15%
ELA
25%
2018
Math
19%
ELA
24%
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: 9.3/10.

How Scott Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.7/10
90th percentile in OR
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
9.3/10
Excellent
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
64%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
44.6%

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

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. Rose City Park (rated 9.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Laurelhurst Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, COMMUNITY TRANSITIONAL SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 0.5 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 5.4
Rigler Elementary School Portland 0.7 mi 6.5
ST ROSE SCHOOL Portland 1.1 mi 6.0
Leodis V. McDaniel High School Portland 1.1 mi 6.5
Rose City Park Portland 1.2 mi 9.5
Helensview High School Portland 1.1 mi 5.0
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 8.8
Alliance High School Portland 1.4 mi 4.0
Lee Elementary School Portland 1.7 mi 8.5
Vestal Elementary School Portland 2.2 mi 7.7
Mt Tabor Middle School Portland 2.4 mi 8.6
THE PORTLAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Portland 2.3 mi 5.9
Grant High School Portland 1.9 mi 8.3
Laurelhurst Elementary School Portland 2.2 mi 9.3
Prescott Elementary School Portland 1.9 mi 5.3

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

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Cherry Park Elementary School Portland, OR 8.7
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. School Portland, OR 8.7
Highland Hills Elementary School Hermiston, OR 8.7
Jackson Elementary School Hillsboro, OR 8.7
Maplewood Elementary School Portland, OR 8.7
Melrose Elementary School Roseburg, OR 8.7

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 ranks #122 of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is Scott Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Scott Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Scott Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Scott Elementary School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
73 Very Walkable
Transit Score
41 Some Transit
Bike Score
89 Very Bikeable

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Compare This School

How does Scott Elementary School stack up?

Le Monde French Immersion Public Charter School
9.7
Woodlawn Elementary School
9.4
Sitton Elementary School
8.8
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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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
44.6%

District

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

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