Serving 409 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Duniway Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 409 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Duniway Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Duniway Elementary School's student population of 409 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
409 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Duniway Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Duniway Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#30 out of 1174 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
5%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
82%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Duniway Elementary School's ranking?
Duniway Elementary School is ranked #30 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Duniway Elementary School often compared to?
Duniway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lewis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Duniway Elementary School?
409 students attend Duniway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Duniway Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Duniway Elementary School?
Duniway Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Duniway Elementary School offer ?
Duniway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Duniway Elementary School part of?
Duniway Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Duniway Elementary School located?
Duniway 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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