The top reported proficiency rate is 66% in English language arts. The lowest is 51% in Math.
Original Research by School Decision on Montclair Elementary School
Montclair Elementary School sits in the Beaverton School District, serving kindergarten through fifth grade from its location on the Portland side of the Washington County line. It is a regular public school, not a charter or magnet, and draws from a residential neighborhood in southwest Portland near the Beaverton border.
The student body is small for an elementary school, giving the school a scale where families and staff are likely to know one another. The student population is predominantly white, with a noticeable share of students who identify as two or more races. Hispanic students make up the next largest group, while Asian, Black, and Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander students are each present in smaller numbers. About a quarter of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, a rate that places the school in a more economically mixed context than many of its neighbors in Washington County.
On the most recent state assessments, which cover English language arts, math, and science, Montclair’s performance is above what is typical for the district and the county. The school’s overall proficiency across tested subjects and grades lands in the top quartile relative to districts in Washington County, a strong result. Looking at individual subjects, English language arts proficiency is solid across third, fourth, and fifth grades, with third graders turning in the strongest showing. Math proficiency is more uneven. Third graders perform well, but the share meeting the state bar drops sharply by fourth grade and falls further by fifth grade. A parent whose child struggles in math may want to inquire about the school’s math instruction and intervention practices, especially in the upper elementary grades. Science, tested only in fifth grade, shows a proficient share that is about on par with the school’s overall English language arts results.
Because Montclair is an elementary school that ends at fifth grade, there is no graduation rate to report. Chronic absenteeism data was not available, so it is not possible to assess attendance patterns from the available records. The school has not reported the share of students receiving special education services or English learner supports, so families with children in those populations may want to ask the school directly about its staffing and programming.
The district, Beaverton School District 48J, opened a new middle school in 2021 that redrew some feeder patterns. For a family at Montclair, the practical effect is that the middle school pathway may have shifted in recent years, and it is worth confirming which middle school serves the home address before assuming a particular route.
Portland, where the school is located, is Oregon's largest city and a major Pacific Northwest metro center with a diversified economy anchored in technology, athletic and outdoor brands, healthcare, and shipping. The Portland metro area continues to grow overall, though the city itself has seen a modest population decline since 2020. Housing in the school’s zip code is expensive, with home values above the state average and rents that are high relative to national norms. Buying is more costly than renting on a monthly basis at current interest rates. The neighborhood around the school is a settled residential area within a larger city known for transit and bike infrastructure, and families can expect urban proximity to parks, cultural institutions, and employment centers. The housing market here has been under gentrification pressure since the 1990s, and cost-of-living increases are a reported concern in the city.
For a family weighing Montclair, the school’s primary strength is its academic performance, which is above the county median and particularly strong in reading. The math drop-off between third and fifth grade is a soft spot worth exploring. The small enrollment and economically mixed but generally comfortable demographic profile give it a feel that will suit families seeking a neighborhood elementary with solid results and a manageable scale. Parents of students who need specialized support will want to gather more information directly from the school, as the available data does not cover those populations.
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