Serving 385 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Willamette Primary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willamette Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Willamette Primary School's student population of 385 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
385 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Willamette Primary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willamette Primary School is 0.40, which is less 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
#209 out of 1196 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
76%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willamette Primary School's ranking?
Willamette Primary School is ranked #209 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Willamette Primary School?
385 students attend Willamette Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Willamette Primary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willamette Primary School?
Willamette Primary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Willamette Primary School offer ?
Willamette Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Willamette Primary School part of?
Willamette Primary School is part of West Linn-Wilsonville SD 3j School District.
In what neighborhood is Willamette Primary School located?
Willamette Primary School is located in the Willamette neighborhood of West Linn, OR.
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