Serving 172 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rosa Parks Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 172 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rosa Parks Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Rosa Parks Elementary School's student population of 172 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
172 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Rosa Parks Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rosa Parks Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#1159 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
37%
26%
Black
37%
3%
White
12%
57%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
8%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
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 Rosa Parks Elementary School's ranking?
Rosa Parks Elementary School is ranked #1159 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Rosa Parks Elementary School?
172 students attend Rosa Parks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Rosa Parks Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rosa Parks Elementary School?
Rosa Parks Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rosa Parks Elementary School offer ?
Rosa Parks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rosa Parks Elementary School part of?
Rosa Parks Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Rosa Parks Elementary School located?
Rosa Parks Elementary School is located in the North Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 14 other public schools located in North Portland.
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