Serving 355 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Menlo Park 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 36% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 355 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Menlo Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Menlo Park Elementary School's student population of 355 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
355 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Menlo Park 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 Menlo Park Elementary School is 0.77, 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
#726 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
10%
4%
Hispanic
31%
26%
Black
11%
3%
White
32%
57%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
11%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
20%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Menlo Park Elementary School's ranking?
Menlo Park Elementary School is ranked #726 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Menlo Park Elementary School?
355 students attend Menlo Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Menlo Park Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Menlo Park Elementary School?
Menlo Park Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Menlo Park Elementary School offer ?
Menlo Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Menlo Park Elementary School part of?
Menlo Park Elementary School is part of David Douglas SD 40 School District.
In what neighborhood is Menlo Park Elementary School located?
Menlo Park Elementary School is located in the Hazelwood neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 5 other public schools located in Hazelwood.
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