BILQUIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Bilquist Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the North Clackamas SD 12 school district, located in Milwaukie, OR with about 436 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th 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 22 teachers, Bilquist Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

Bilquist Elementary School, located in Milwaukie, Oregon, serves the local community as part of the North Clackamas School District. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment where students are encouraged to achieve their academic potential while developing essential social-emotional skills. With a focus on the whole child, the school offers a curriculum that balances rigorous academic standards with opportunities for personal growth, collaboration, and creative expression.

Beyond the classroom, Bilquist Elementary places a strong emphasis on building a partnership between home and school. The institution prides itself on maintaining a welcoming culture that values community involvement, parent engagement, and a safe, respectful atmosphere for its diverse student body. By integrating modern educational practices with a commitment to individualized attention, Bilquist strives to prepare its students to be successful, contributing members of their community as they transition to middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact Bilquist Elementary School at (503) 353-5340 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.