Serving 306 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Buckman Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buckman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Buckman Elementary School's student population of 306 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
306 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Buckman Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buckman Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#196 out of 1174 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
17%
26%
Black
4%
3%
White
60%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
15%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Portland SD 1j School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buckman Elementary School's ranking?
Buckman Elementary School is ranked #196 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Buckman Elementary School often compared to?
Buckman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Atkinson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Buckman Elementary School?
306 students attend Buckman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Buckman Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buckman Elementary School?
Buckman Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Buckman Elementary School offer ?
Buckman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Buckman Elementary School part of?
Buckman Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Buckman Elementary School located?
Buckman Elementary School is located in the Southeast Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 9 other public schools located in Southeast Portland.
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