Serving 310 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kelso Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54%
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kelso Elementary School's student population of 310 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
310 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Kelso Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)50-54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)55-59%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
5%
25%
Black
1%
2%
White
87%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Kelso Elementary School often compared to?
Kelso Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Firwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
How many students attend Kelso Elementary School?
310 students attend Kelso Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Kelso Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kelso Elementary School?
Kelso Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kelso Elementary School offer ?
Kelso Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Kelso Elementary School part of?
Kelso Elementary School is part of Oregon Trail SD 46 School District.
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