Enrollment
584
Oregon · 2024-25 NCES data
Elementary school (grades K-5) · Gresham, OR
North Gresham Elementary School
Federal NCES profile for North Gresham Elementary School, including enrollment, faculty, free-lunch eligibility, demographics, and resource indicators - Resource Investment Index 22/100.
2024-25 NCES dataElementary school (grades K-5)NCES 410600000992
👥 S:T ratio 16
🌟 Gifted program 30
🎓 Counselors 42
📋 Attendance 0
Scored 0–100 from federal NCES and CRDC indicators, resource allocation, not test scores. Full methodology →
The verdict
North Gresham Elementary School earns 22/100 on the Resource Investment Index, with class sizes larger than 84% of Oregon schools. It is also more racially and ethnically mixed than most Oregon schools.
- #10 of 12
- elementary schools in Gresham · Resource Index
- 22
- Resource Index · Lower
- 20.9:1
- large classes for Oregon
- 75.0%
- free-lunch eligible
North Gresham Elementary School has class sizes larger than 84% of Oregon schools. Computed live against every Oregon school reporting to NCES.
By Resource Investment Index, North Gresham Elementary School ranks #10 of 12 elementary schools in Gresham, OR.
School address
District: Gresham-Barlow Sd 10j · Oregon
NCES ID 410600000992 Verify on NCES CCD record →
Teachers (FTE)
28.0
Federal CCD staff survey
Students per teacher
20.9:1
vs 17.6:1 Oregon avg
+19% vs state
Free-lunch eligible
75.0%
vs 52.8% Oregon avg
+42% vs state
Student-teacher ratio in context
How North Gresham Elementary School compares with Oregon and U.S. medians
What stands out at North Gresham Elementary School
North Gresham Elementary School is a high-poverty, mid-sized elementary school in Gresham, Oregon, enrolling 584 students.
Class loads run somewhat heavier than typical: 20.9:1 puts it in the larger third of Oregon schools by student-teacher ratio.
Economic need is high: 75.0% of students qualify for free meals, 42% above the Oregon average, a Title I-weighted population that federal funding formulas prioritise.
Enrollment of 584 puts it in the larger third of Oregon schools by headcount.
Its Resource Investment Index trails 94% of the 1,273 Oregon schools with a score on record, one of the lower results on this measure.
Among 245 similarly sized, similarly resourced-need Oregon schools statewide, it ranks #228, in the lower tier once campus size and economic need are matched.
Its student body is led by Hispanic or Latino (43%) and White (25%), more mixed than most schools in the state (diversity index 72/100).
Counselor coverage runs a bit thin, about 292 students per counselor, somewhat past the ASCA-recommended 250:1 benchmark.
Chronic absenteeism is elevated: 40.4% of students missed 10% or more of school days (2021-22 Civil Rights Data Collection).
The surrounding Gresham-Barlow Sd 10j spends $13,227 per pupil, 27% below the Oregon average, a leaner-resourced district than most.
Among Gresham's elementary schools, it stands alongside East Gresham Elementary School (571 students): North Gresham Elementary School is larger than that campus by headcount and runs heavier classes (20.9:1 vs 19.7:1).
Gresham-Barlow Sd 10j also operates Gresham High School (1,685 students) and Sam Barlow High School (1,635 students) alongside North Gresham Elementary School.
Sourced from NCES CCD, CRDC, and F-33 (federal records, not a quality verdict). How we source and compute this.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics Common Core of Data + CRDC + F-33 · 2024-25
How North Gresham Elementary School compares
North Gresham Elementary School on the metrics families compare, against Oregon and U.S. means.
| Metric | This school | vs Oregon | Oregon avg | U.S. avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Students per teacher | 20.9:1 | ▲ 19% | 17.6:1 | 15.7:1 |
| Free-lunch eligible | 75.0% | ▲ 42% | 52.8% | 51.7% |
| Enrollment | 584 | top 17% | - | - |
Source: NCES Common Core of Data School-level CCD + state/national means from Public School Universe · 2024-25
20.9:1
Leaner classes than 13% of US schools, heavier class loads than most.
584
Bigger than 71% of US schools by enrollment, mid-sized for the country.
Equity indicators (what these measure)
Economic need
75.0%
free-lunch eligible
- 42% above the Oregon average of 52.8%
Well above the 40% Title I schoolwide threshold, among the highest-need profiles in the state; federal funds support the whole school, not individual students.
Staffing depth
20.9:1
students per teacher
- 19% above state mean
Top 84% in Oregon - lower ratio than 16% of state schools
Above 20:1, running heavier than the typical U.S. public school; staffing is comparatively stretched.
Engagement
40.4%
chronically absent (missed 10%+ of school days)
At or above 20%, the commonly used threshold for "high" chronic absenteeism, signaling significant barriers to regular attendance.
Funding equity
$13,227
per pupil, district-wide
- below Oregon avg of $18,086
Well below the U.S. average per-pupil spend, a notably leaner funding position that may affect programs, facilities, and staffing.
Support staff
Counselors2.0 FTE
Per 292 students, the combined health-and-guidance staffing load for this school.
Discipline context
8
in-school suspensions + 8 out-of-school
Suspension rate: 1.4 per 100 students. Combined in-school and out-of-school rate: 2.7 per 100 students. Reported via the Civil Rights Data Collection.
Overview
- Common Core of Data (June 2026): enrollment, staffing, and the student-teacher ratio above.
- Civil Rights Data Collection: discipline counts and program access (AP, gifted, special education).
- F-33 School District Finance Survey: the district-wide per-pupil spending figures below.
Three separate federal collections, each on its own reporting cadence - which is why this school's numbers line up on a consistent basis against every other school and state on this site, rather than mixing figures pulled from different survey years.
Student demographics
Hispanic or Latino 43.4%
White 25.0%
Two or More 12.3%
African American 10.5%
Asian 4.6%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 3.8%
American Indian / Alaska Native 0.3%
Largest group: Hispanic or Latino at 43.4% of enrollment.
Student-body diversity index 71.9/100
Simpson diversity index - at 71.9, North Gresham Elementary School is more mixed than the Oregon school average of 47.1.
Programs
Funding & spending
District-wide per-pupil expenditure for Gresham-Barlow Sd 10j, which includes North Gresham Elementary School.
$13,227
Per student
-27%
vs Oregon
Avg $18,086
-20%
vs U.S.
Avg $16,593
Revenue mix
Local 30.8%
State 59.8%
Federal 9.4%
Source: NCES F-33 School District Finance Survey District-level finance · FY 2021-22 Per-pupil expenditure reflects the district-wide average. Individual school budgets are not reported at the federal level.
How North Gresham Elementary School Compares to District-Mates
| School | Enrollment | Economic Profile | Student-Teacher Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gresham High School | Larger | Higher economic need | Higher S:T ratio |
| Sam Barlow High School | Larger | Lower economic need | Higher S:T ratio |
| Metro East Web Academy | Larger | No free-lunch data | Lower S:T ratio |
| Gordon Russell Middle School | Similar size | Similar economic need | Similar S:T ratio |
| Clear Creek Middle School | Similar size | Similar economic need | Lower S:T ratio |
Comparisons are relative to North Gresham Elementary School's own figures; each column derives from NCES Common Core of Data.
Other Schools in This District
- Enrollment
- 1,685
- Students per teacher
- 24.4:1
- Resource Index
- 33/100
- Enrollment
- 1,635
- Students per teacher
- 25.5:1
- Resource Index
- 26/100
- Enrollment
- 759
- Students per teacher
- 19:1
- Resource Index
- 39/100
- Enrollment
- 633
- Students per teacher
- 21.1:1
- Resource Index
- 36/100
- Enrollment
- 584
- Students per teacher
- 18.8:1
- Resource Index
- 39/100
Similar elementary schools in Gresham
6 comparable elementary schools (grades K-5) serving the same city.
East Gresham Elementary School
Standard public school
571 students 19.7:1 students per teacher
Butler Creek Elementary School
Standard public school
509 students 21.2:1 students per teacher
Hogan Cedars Elementary School
Standard public school
477 students 19.9:1 students per teacher
Hollydale Elementary School
Standard public school
474 students 18.2:1 students per teacher
Highland Elementary School
Standard public school
465 students 19.4:1 students per teacher
East Orient Elementary School
Standard public school
382 students 21.2:1 students per teacher
Similar elementary schools statewide
Matched by enrollment size and by staffing ratio across all of Oregon, not just this city - a different peer set than the local comparisons above.
Similar enrollment (~584 students)
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Frequently asked questions about North Gresham Elementary School
How many students attend North Gresham Elementary School?
North Gresham Elementary School has 584 students enrolled. It is an elementary school in Gresham, OR.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Gresham Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at North Gresham Elementary School is 20.9:1, which is 19% higher than the Oregon average of 17.6:1 and 33% higher than the national average of 15.7:1.
What percentage of students receive free lunch at North Gresham Elementary School?
75.0% of students at North Gresham Elementary School are eligible for free lunch, compared to the Oregon average of 52.8%.
What is the racial and ethnic makeup of North Gresham Elementary School?
The largest demographic group at North Gresham Elementary School is Hispanic or Latino at 43.4% of enrollment, in Gresham, OR. Its student body is more racially and ethnically mixed than most US schools, with a diversity index of 71.9/100.
What is the Resource Investment Index for North Gresham Elementary School?
North Gresham Elementary School has a Resource Investment Index of 22/100 (lower reported resources relative to schools nationally) based on 4 factors: student-teacher ratio, counselor availability, attendance rates. Not a test-score or academic measure (national median ~41/100, see methodology).
How does North Gresham Elementary School rank among elementary schools in Gresham?
By Resource Investment Index, North Gresham Elementary School ranks #10 of 12 elementary schools in Gresham, OR. This compares federal resource and staffing data among local peers; it is not a test-score or academic ranking. See all elementary schools in Gresham on the city page.
Is North Gresham Elementary School a good school?
North Gresham Elementary School earns 22/100 on the Resource Investment Index, with class sizes larger than 84% of Oregon schools. It is also more racially and ethnically mixed than most Oregon schools. This is a resource snapshot, not an academic rating; see the Resource Investment Index question above for what the number does and doesn't measure.
What other schools are in Gresham-Barlow Sd 10j?
Besides North Gresham Elementary School, Gresham-Barlow Sd 10j also operates Gresham High School (1,685 students), Sam Barlow High School (1,635 students), and Metro East Web Academy (759 students). See the Gresham-Barlow Sd 10j district page for the complete list.
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