Serving 125 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Gilchrist Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than 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 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 125 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Gilchrist Elementary School serves the northern part of its district in Gilchrist, OR, covering an extensive area of approximately 1,512 square miles. Families in the attendance zone typically have a 20 to 30-minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 22.6 miles and the furthest edge reaching 35.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gilchrist Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gilchrist Elementary School's student population of 125 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
125 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
1965
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Gilchrist Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gilchrist Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#530 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
9%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
85%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)72%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gilchrist Elementary School's ranking?
Gilchrist Elementary School is ranked #530 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Gilchrist Elementary School?
125 students attend Gilchrist Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Gilchrist Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% 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 Gilchrist Elementary School?
Gilchrist Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gilchrist Elementary School offer ?
Gilchrist Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gilchrist Elementary School part of?
Gilchrist Elementary School is part of Klamath County School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
I think Gilchrist School is severely lacking in most departments. There are no extracurricular activities like music or art except for two weeks out of the year when they have an artist from the community come in and teach the kids how to make a clay pot, or make a basket. The only extracurricular activities the kids have is sports. I have a problem with that, because not every kid likes sports, or is able to play sports. So the kids that don't are left with nothing. This school focuses all of it's time and energy on Football, Basketball, and Volleyball. The principal is only concerned with keeping the numbers up. All the kids are to her is a number. The kids are not safe when they are at the school because nothing is ever done to stop kids from bullying others. There have been complaints made time and time again to no avail.
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