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#590 of 1,226 schools in OR

Top 48% in state

William Walker Elementary School

Elementary School · Beaverton SD 48J

11940 SW Lynnfield Ln, Portland, OR 97225

Enrollment

506

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oregon schools

#590 of 1,226

In Portland

#103 of 148

public schools

In district

#41 of 56

Beaverton SD 48J

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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William Walker Elementary School

6.4/10

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

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About William Walker Elementary School

William Walker Elementary School is a public elementary school in Portland, OR, part of Beaverton SD 48J. William Walker Elementary School serves approximately 506 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. William Walker Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #590 of 1,226 schools in OR.

Structured state assessment records for William Walker Elementary School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 7.8
  • OR avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at William Walker Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

49% of students at William Walker 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 Progress6.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.65 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.3Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20.8% (2025 OSAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26% (2025 OSAS)
Math vs. State Avg-11 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-17 pts
Overall Proficiency23% (2025 OSAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2025 OSAS)
vs. Expected-8.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,998
Chronic Absenteeism48.8%

William Walker Elementary School — Students at William Walker Elementary School score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

69.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 37.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
31.8% (2025 OSAS)
ELA Proficiency 48.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 OSAS)

Based on 30 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
83%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
51%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
53%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
51%
2013
Math
49%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
38%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
35%
ELA
39%
2016
Math
34%
ELA
38%
2017
Math
28%
ELA
38%
2018
Math
28%
ELA
30%
2019
Math
28%
ELA
30%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
75%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
75%
2022
Math
21%
ELA
27%
2025
Math
20.8%
ELA
26%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.7/10.

How William Walker Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.4/10
52th percentile in OR
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
6.7/10
Average
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
70%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
48.8%

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

11940 SW Lynnfield Ln, Portland, OR 97225

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering William Walker Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hope Chinese Charter School (rated 9.8/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Beaverton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ridgewood Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cedar Mill Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
CEDAR HILLS KINDERGARTEN AND PRESCHOOL Portland 0.5 mi
Arts and Communication Magnet Academy Beaverton 0.6 mi 6.5
Cedar Park Middle School Portland 0.5 mi 7.4
Hope Chinese Charter School Beaverton 0.9 mi 9.8
HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Beaverton 0.9 mi 7.4
ST CECILIA SCHOOL Beaverton 1.3 mi 6.2
Barnes Elementary School Beaverton 0.9 mi 4.7
Beaverton High School Beaverton 1.2 mi 5.6
Ridgewood Elementary School Portland 1.0 mi 9.3
Tumwater Middle School Portland 1.5 mi 8.2
PILGRIM LUTHERAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Beaverton 1.6 mi 7.5
Meadow Park Middle School Beaverton 1.5 mi 6.4
ST PIUS X SCHOOL Portland 1.9 mi 6.8
AGIA SOPHIA ACADEMY Beaverton 1.5 mi 4.0
Cedar Mill Elementary School Portland 1.9 mi 9.1
VALLEY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Beaverton 1.7 mi 7.4
Sunset High School Portland 2.1 mi 7.6
VALLEY CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Beaverton 1.8 mi 6.1
Fir Grove Elementary School Beaverton 2.1 mi 7.7
Vose Elementary School Beaverton 2.3 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97225 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$111,341

Median Home Value

$709,500

Median Rent

$1,703/mo

Population

25,802

College Educated

62.3%

Homeownership

53.4%

Avg Commute

22.1 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

40.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about William Walker Elementary School

What grades does William Walker Elementary School serve?

William Walker Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend William Walker Elementary School?

William Walker Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 506 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at William Walker Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at William Walker Elementary School is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does William Walker Elementary School rank in OR?

William Walker Elementary School ranks #590 of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is William Walker Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

William Walker Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 William Walker Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, William Walker Elementary School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is William Walker Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is William Walker Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

69.8% of students at William Walker 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
79 Very Walkable
Bike Score
78 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
506
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
69.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Washington County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
48.8%

District

Beaverton SD 48J
District Enrollment
38,049
Schools in District
56
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,998
District Rank
#41 of 56

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