Serving 300 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Melrose Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% 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: 300 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Melrose Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Melrose Elementary School's student population of 300 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
300 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Melrose Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 740 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Melrose Elementary School is 0.27, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#61 out of 740 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
8%
25%
Black
n/a
2%
White
85%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Melrose Elementary School's ranking?
Melrose Elementary School is ranked #61 out of 740 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Melrose Elementary School often compared to?
Melrose Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hucrest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% OR state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% OR state average).
How many students attend Melrose Elementary School?
300 students attend Melrose Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Melrose Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% 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 Melrose Elementary School?
Melrose Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Melrose Elementary School offer ?
Melrose Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Melrose Elementary School part of?
Melrose Elementary School is part of Douglas County SD 4 School District.
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