Serving 350 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kelso 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Kelso Elementary School serves the west part of Sandy, OR, covering an area of approximately 7.1 square miles. Families typically drive 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kelso Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kelso Elementary School's student population of 350 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
350 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kelso Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kelso Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#88 out of 1174 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
79%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
7%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.3%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kelso Elementary School's ranking?
Kelso Elementary School is ranked #88 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Kelso Elementary School often compared to?
Kelso Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Firwood Elementary School, Sandy Grade School, Oregon Trail Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Kelso Elementary School?
350 students attend Kelso Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Kelso Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kelso Elementary School?
Kelso Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kelso Elementary School offer ?
Kelso Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kelso Elementary School part of?
Kelso Elementary School is part of Oregon Trail SD 46 School District.
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