Serving 435 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lake Grove 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Grove 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Lake Grove Elementary School's student population of 435 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
435 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1949
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
School Motto
We are a learning community dedicated to creating a culture of belonging and educational excellence.
School Rankings
Lake Grove 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 Lake Grove Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#42 out of 1174 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
4%
Hispanic
7%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
61%
58%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
13%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
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 Lake Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Grove Elementary School is ranked #42 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Lake Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like River Grove Elementary School, Westridge Elementary School, Hallinan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Lake Grove Elementary School?
435 students attend Lake Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Lake Grove Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Grove Elementary School?
Lake Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lake Grove Elementary School offer ?
Lake Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Grove Elementary School part of?
Lake Grove Elementary School is part of Lake Oswego SD 7j School District.
In what neighborhood is Lake Grove Elementary School located?
Lake Grove Elementary School is located in the Mount Park neighborhood of Lake Oswego, OR.
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