Serving 130 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Emerson School ranks in the top 20% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 130 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emerson School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Emerson School's student population of 130 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
130 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Emerson 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 Emerson School is 0.53, 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
#186 out of 1174 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
15%
26%
Black
3%
3%
White
65%
57%
Two or more races
16%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
67%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emerson School's ranking?
Emerson School is ranked #186 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Emerson School often compared to?
Emerson Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chapman Elementary School, Le Monde French Immersion Public Charter School, Arthur Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Emerson School?
130 students attend Emerson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Emerson School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emerson School?
Emerson School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Emerson School offer ?
Emerson School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Emerson School part of?
Emerson School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Emerson School located?
Emerson School is located in the Northwest Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 3 other public schools located in Northwest Portland.
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