CHAPMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Chapman Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Portland SD 1J school district, located in Portland, OR with about 532 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 23 teachers, Chapman Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 23:1. 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.
Chapman Elementary School, located in the historic Northwest District of Portland, Oregon, is a prominent member of the Portland Public Schools (PPS) district. Situated in a vibrant, walkable neighborhood, the school serves a diverse student population and is well-regarded for its strong sense of community and long-standing academic reputation. As a neighborhood school, Chapman is deeply integrated into its surroundings, often leveraging its location near local parks and cultural institutions to enrich the daily educational experience for its students.
The school is perhaps most widely recognized for its long-standing "Swift Watch" tradition, where students and the community gather each autumn to observe the migration of Vaux’s swifts as they roost in the school's chimney. Beyond this unique local landmark, Chapman emphasizes a well-rounded curriculum that prioritizes core academics alongside social-emotional learning. With a focus on fostering a collaborative environment between staff, parents, and students, the school strives to maintain high academic standards while providing a supportive, inclusive atmosphere for learners in the Portland area.
For more information, contact Chapman Elementary School at (503) 916-6295 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Portland, OR 97210-2498
(503) 916-6295
CHAPMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Portland, OR with about 532 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Oregon
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Portland SD 1J
- Total Students:
- 532
- Teachers:
- 23.06
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 532 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending CHAPMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 71% of the student body.
- White
- 71.2%
- Two or more races
- 10.9%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 8.6%
- Asian
- 6.8%
- Black or African American
- 2.1%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.4%
- Female
- 49.6%
- Male
- 50.4%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.