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#24 of 1,226 schools in OR

Top 2% in state

Woodlawn Elementary School

Elementary School · Portland SD 1J

7200 NE 11th Ave, Portland, OR 97211

Enrollment

299

Student-Teacher

16.6:1

Score

9.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oregon schools

#24 of 1,226

In Portland

#14 of 148

public schools

In district

#12 of 85

Portland SD 1J

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Woodlawn Elementary School

9.4/10

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

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9.7/10

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9.5/10

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About Woodlawn Elementary School

Woodlawn Elementary School is a public elementary school in Portland, OR, part of Portland SD 1J. Woodlawn Elementary School serves approximately 299 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodlawn Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10 and ranks #24 of 1,226 schools in OR.

Structured state assessment records for Woodlawn Elementary School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.1 pts above district
  • This school 9.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.3
  • OR avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

40% of students at Woodlawn 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 Progress9.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.31 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52.6% (2025 OSAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.9% (2025 OSAS)
Math vs. State Avg+20.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.9 pts
Overall Proficiency52% (2025 OSAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2025 OSAS)
vs. Expected+18.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile86th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,800
Chronic Absenteeism40.1%

Woodlawn Elementary School — Students at Woodlawn Elementary School score 52% 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

64.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 35.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
31.8% (2025 OSAS)
ELA Proficiency 45.7% (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
65%
ELA
66%
2010
Math
31%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
31%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
34%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
41%
ELA
48%
2014
Math
20%
ELA
26%
2015
Math
20%
ELA
29%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2025
Math
52.6%
ELA
51.9%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.

How Woodlawn Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
9.4/10
98th percentile in OR
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
64%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
40.1%

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

7200 NE 11th Ave, Portland, OR 97211

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodlawn Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Irvington Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 2.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Alameda Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Beach Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 2.0 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
HOLY REDEEMER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Portland 0.8 mi 6.4
Vernon Elementary School Portland 1.0 mi 9.2
ST ANDREW NATIVITY SCHOOL Portland 1.1 mi 7.7
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. School Portland 1.2 mi 8.7
Faubion Elementary School Portland 0.9 mi 5.0
TRINITY ACADEMY Portland 1.1 mi 8.0
Sabin Elementary School Portland 1.6 mi 9.2
Jefferson High School Portland 1.3 mi 7.1
Ockley Green Middle School Portland 1.4 mi 7.7
Kairos PDX Portland 1.9 mi 7.2
THE MADELEINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Portland 2.1 mi 5.3
The Ivy School Portland 1.6 mi 8.5
Alameda Elementary School Portland 2.0 mi 9.3
Boise-Eliot Elementary School Portland 2.1 mi 4.2
Irvington Elementary School Portland 2.4 mi 9.5
Alliance High School Portland 1.9 mi 4.0
OREGON OUTREACH Portland 1.8 mi 4.3
Beach Elementary School Portland 2.0 mi 9.3
DE LA SALLE NORTH CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Portland 1.9 mi 7.7
FORA HEALTH ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL Portland 1.9 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97211 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,604

Median Home Value

$616,800

Median Rent

$1,818/mo

Population

33,713

College Educated

56.4%

Homeownership

64.3%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

9.5%

Median Age

38.7

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Skyline Elementary School Portland, OR 9.4
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodlawn Elementary School

What grades does Woodlawn Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Woodlawn Elementary School?

Woodlawn Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 299 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Woodlawn Elementary School is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodlawn Elementary School rank in OR?

Woodlawn Elementary School ranks #24 of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is Woodlawn Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodlawn Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 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 Woodlawn Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodlawn Elementary School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Woodlawn Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Woodlawn Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

64.2% of students at Woodlawn 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
72 Very Walkable
Transit Score
50 Good Transit
Bike Score
99 Biker’s Paradise

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Compare This School

How does Woodlawn Elementary School stack up?

Le Monde French Immersion Public Charter School
9.7
Winterhaven School
9.5
Portland Arthur Academy Charter School
9.0
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
299
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
64.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Multnomah County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
40.1%

District

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

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