Serving 222 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Applegate Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 222 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Applegate Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Applegate Elementary School's student population of 222 students has grown by 85% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
222 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Applegate Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Applegate Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#994 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
88%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Applegate Elementary School's ranking?
Applegate Elementary School is ranked #994 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Applegate Elementary School often compared to?
Applegate Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Adams Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Applegate Elementary School?
222 students attend Applegate Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Applegate Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Applegate Elementary School?
Applegate Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Applegate Elementary School offer ?
Applegate Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Applegate Elementary School part of?
Applegate Elementary School is part of Crow-Applegate-Lorane SD 66 School District.
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