Serving 293 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sabin 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 60-64% (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 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sabin 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
Sabin Elementary School's student population of 293 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
293 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Sabin 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 Sabin Elementary School is 0.60, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#50 out of 1174 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
8%
26%
Black
15%
3%
White
60%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
13%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sabin Elementary School's ranking?
Sabin Elementary School is ranked #50 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Sabin Elementary School often compared to?
Sabin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vernon Elementary School, Alameda Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% 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 Sabin Elementary School?
293 students attend Sabin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Sabin Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sabin Elementary School?
Sabin Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sabin Elementary School offer ?
Sabin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sabin Elementary School part of?
Sabin Elementary School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Sabin Elementary School located?
Sabin Elementary School is located in the Sabin neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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