Scott Elementary School is a public elementary school in Portland, Oregon, serving around 450 students in grades K-5. Despite being part of the Portland School District 1J, which is ranked 17 out of 140 districts in the state, Scott Elementary has struggled academically in recent years, ranking in the bottom half of Oregon elementary schools and receiving low SchoolDigger star ratings.
The data reveals several key insights about Scott Elementary. Academically, the school consistently underperforms compared to the district and state, with only 51.6% of 3rd graders, 31.9% of 4th graders, and 42.9% of 5th graders proficient or better in English Language Arts in 2023-2024, significantly lower than the district averages. The performance of student subgroups also varies greatly, with African American, Hispanic, and Special Education students struggling the most. Additionally, Scott Elementary has a high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch at 65.56%, much higher than nearby high-performing schools like Alameda Elementary (38.77%) and Laurelhurst Elementary (8.46%).
The data also suggests potential equity concerns and ineffective resource allocation at Scott Elementary. The stark contrast in performance between Scott and nearby high-performing schools, such as Beverly Cleary School, is particularly concerning. Furthermore, the school's higher-than-average spending per student of $32,373 does not translate to better academic outcomes, indicating potential inefficiencies or misalignment of resources. Overall, the data points to the need for a comprehensive review and targeted interventions to improve educational outcomes for all students at Scott Elementary.
Scott Elementary School ranks 328th of 710 Oregon elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.
Students at Scott Elementary School are 37% Hispanic, 36% White, 12% African American, 9% Two or more races, 3% Asian, 2% Pacific Islander, 1% American Indian.
Students who attend Scott Elementary School usually go on to attend:Middle : Roseway Heights SchoolHigh : Leodis V. McDaniel High School
Portland School District 1J
In the 2022-23 school year, 450 students attended Scott Elementary School.