Serving 592 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jacob Wismer 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 75% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 592 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jacob Wismer 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
Jacob Wismer Elementary School's student population of 592 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
592 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jacob Wismer 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 Jacob Wismer Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#19 out of 1174 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
55%
4%
Hispanic
8%
26%
Black
4%
3%
White
24%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
8%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jacob Wismer Elementary School's ranking?
Jacob Wismer Elementary School is ranked #19 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Jacob Wismer Elementary School often compared to?
Jacob Wismer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Findley Elementary School, Sato Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Jacob Wismer Elementary School?
592 students attend Jacob Wismer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Jacob Wismer Elementary School students are Asian, 24% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jacob Wismer Elementary School?
Jacob Wismer Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jacob Wismer Elementary School offer ?
Jacob Wismer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jacob Wismer Elementary School part of?
Jacob Wismer Elementary School is part of Beaverton SD 48j School District.
In what neighborhood is Jacob Wismer Elementary School located?
Jacob Wismer Elementary School is located in the Bethany neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 3 other public schools located in Bethany.
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