Serving 524 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Ferguson 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 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ferguson Elementary School serves the southern part of Klamath Falls, OR, covering an area of approximately 7.1 square miles. Most students live within a 1.5-mile radius, with some residing as far as 4.6 miles from the school, typically resulting in a drive of 5 to 10 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ferguson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Ferguson Elementary School's student population of 524 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
524 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Ferguson Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ferguson Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#268 out of 1174 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
25%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
65%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.7%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ferguson Elementary School's ranking?
Ferguson Elementary School is ranked #268 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Ferguson Elementary School often compared to?
Ferguson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shasta Elementary School, Peterson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Ferguson Elementary School?
524 students attend Ferguson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Ferguson Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ferguson Elementary School?
Ferguson Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ferguson Elementary School offer ?
Ferguson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ferguson Elementary School part of?
Ferguson Elementary School is part of Klamath County School District.
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