Serving 281 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Madrona 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 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 30-34% (which is lower 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: 281 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Madrona Elementary School serves the eastern part of Grants Pass, OR, covering an attendance zone of approximately 74.5 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest point being about 8.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Madrona Elementary School's student population of 281 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
281 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Madrona Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madrona 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
#753 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
12%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
79%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madrona Elementary School's ranking?
Madrona Elementary School is ranked #753 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Madrona Elementary School often compared to?
Madrona Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parkside Elementary School, Redwood Elementary School, Allen Dale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Madrona Elementary School?
281 students attend Madrona Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Madrona Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Madrona Elementary School?
Madrona Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Madrona Elementary School offer ?
Madrona Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Madrona Elementary School part of?
Madrona Elementary School is part of Three Rivers/Josephine County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I absolutely LOVE this school! Everyone knows each other, teachers know all the kids not just their classroom of kids! The staff is awesome,so helpful,kind,welcoming and they truly care about their students! I have all 3 of my kids enrolled and they absolutely love their classroom,teachers and enjoy going to school here!! I really couldnt ask for a better school an staff to help my kids with their education MADRONA ELEMENTARY IS AMAZING!!!
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