ARLETA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Arleta Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Portland SD 1J school district, located in Portland, OR with about 454 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. With about 27 teachers, Arleta Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Arleta Elementary School, located in the Foster-Powell neighborhood of Southeast Portland, is a public school serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade within the Portland Public Schools (PPS) district. As a K-8 institution, the school is designed to provide a continuous learning environment that fosters academic growth and community stability for neighborhood families. The school’s mission emphasizes creating an inclusive, supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to achieve their personal best while developing the social and emotional skills necessary for success in high school and beyond.

The school is deeply integrated into the diverse fabric of the surrounding Portland community. Arleta focuses on a well-rounded curriculum that balances core academics—such as literacy, mathematics, and science—with enrichment opportunities that often include art, music, and physical education. By maintaining a focus on neighborhood engagement and collaborative learning, Arleta Elementary seeks to prepare its students to be active, informed citizens while fostering a strong partnership between educators, families, and local community members.

For more information, contact Arleta Elementary School at (503) 916-6330 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.