Serving 377 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kelly Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower 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 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kelly Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Kelly Elementary School's student population of 377 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
377 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Kelly Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kelly 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
#839 out of 1196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
4%
Hispanic
21%
26%
Black
10%
3%
White
47%
58%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
15%
8%
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 Kelly Elementary School's ranking?
Kelly Elementary School is ranked #839 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Kelly Elementary School often compared to?
Kelly Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lent Elementary School, Earl Boyles Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Kelly Elementary School?
377 students attend Kelly Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Kelly Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kelly Elementary School?
Kelly Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kelly Elementary School offer ?
Kelly Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kelly Elementary School part of?
Kelly Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Kelly Elementary School located?
Kelly Elementary School is located in the Lents neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 5 other public schools located in Lents.
School Reviews
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