Serving 571 students in grades Kindergarten-5, East Gresham Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower 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 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Gresham Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
East Gresham Elementary School's student population of 571 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
571 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Motto
Together We Succeed! No Exceptions! No Excuses!
School Rankings
East Gresham Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Gresham Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#774 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
40%
26%
Black
4%
3%
White
41%
57%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
9%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Gresham Elementary School's ranking?
East Gresham Elementary School is ranked #774 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend East Gresham Elementary School?
571 students attend East Gresham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of East Gresham Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Gresham Elementary School?
East Gresham Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Gresham Elementary School offer ?
East Gresham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Gresham Elementary School part of?
East Gresham Elementary School is part of Gresham-Barlow SD 10j School District.
In what neighborhood is East Gresham Elementary School located?
East Gresham Elementary School is located in the Asert neighborhood of Gresham, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Asert.
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