Serving 375 students in grades 3-5, Sam Case Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 1% in OR)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sam Case Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sam Case Elementary School's student population of 375 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
375 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sam Case Elementary School is 0.60, which is more 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)38%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)49%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
38%
25%
Black
n/a
2%
White
50%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Sam Case Elementary School often compared to?
Sam Case Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Toledo Elementary School, Yaquina View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
How many students attend Sam Case Elementary School?
375 students attend Sam Case Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Sam Case Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sam Case Elementary School?
Sam Case Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sam Case Elementary School offer ?
Sam Case Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Sam Case Elementary School part of?
Sam Case Elementary School is part of Lincoln County SD School District.
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