OLIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Oliver Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Centennial SD 28J school district, located in Portland, OR with about 408 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 24 teachers, Oliver Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Based on the information associated with the school’s official profile and its role within the David Douglas School District, here is a summary of Oliver Elementary:

Oliver Elementary School, located in Portland, Oregon, is a vital educational hub serving the diverse community of the David Douglas School District. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and inclusivity. By providing a structured curriculum and access to essential resources, Oliver Elementary focuses on preparing its young students for long-term success, ensuring that each child has the opportunity to build a strong foundational knowledge base in core subjects like literacy, mathematics, and science.

Beyond academics, the school places a high value on community engagement and building strong partnerships between educators, students, and families. Oliver Elementary encourages a culture of collaboration, aiming to create a safe and welcoming space where students from various backgrounds feel encouraged to participate and achieve. Through its dedication to excellence and student-centered instruction, the school strives to empower its students to become confident, responsible, and engaged citizens both within the classroom and the broader Portland community.

For more information, contact Oliver Elementary School at (503) 762-3207 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.