CHIEF JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Chief Joseph Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Portland SD 1J school district, located in Portland, OR with about 363 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 19 teachers, Chief Joseph 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.
Chief Joseph Elementary School, located in the North Portland neighborhood of University Park, serves as a central hub for its local community within the Portland Public Schools district. The school is known for fostering a collaborative, neighborhood-focused atmosphere that emphasizes academic growth and social-emotional development. By leveraging its location near the University of Portland, the school often benefits from strong community partnerships and a dedicated parent-teacher association that works to enrich the educational experience for its diverse student body.
Academically, Chief Joseph focuses on providing a well-rounded curriculum that prepares students for middle school success while encouraging creativity and critical thinking. The school community prides itself on being inclusive and supportive, often implementing initiatives designed to promote equity and engagement among all learners. With a commitment to maintaining a welcoming environment, Chief Joseph Elementary strives to bridge the gap between rigorous classroom instruction and the vibrant culture of North Portland, ensuring that students feel connected to both their school and the broader city.
For more information, contact Chief Joseph Elementary School at (503) 916-6255 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Portland, OR 97217-5365
(503) 916-6255
CHIEF JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Portland, OR with about 363 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Oregon
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Portland SD 1J
- Total Students:
- 363
- Teachers:
- 19.99
- 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 363 students
- White
- 57.6%
- Two or more races
- 14.9%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 10.2%
- Black or African American
- 10.2%
- Asian
- 4.4%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 2.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.6%
- Female
- 49.3%
- Male
- 50.7%
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.