Serving 552 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Durham Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 552 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Durham Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Durham Elementary School's student population of 552 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
552 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Durham Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Durham Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#387 out of 1196 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
25%
26%
Black
5%
3%
White
51%
58%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Durham Elementary School's ranking?
Durham Elementary School is ranked #387 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Durham Elementary School often compared to?
Durham Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James Templeton Elementary School, Stafford Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Durham Elementary School?
552 students attend Durham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Durham Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Durham Elementary School?
Durham Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Durham Elementary School offer ?
Durham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Durham Elementary School part of?
Durham Elementary School is part of Tigard-Tualatin SD 23j School District.
In what neighborhood is Durham Elementary School located?
Durham Elementary School is located in the Metzger neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 5 other public schools located in Metzger.
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