Melrose Elementary School

Serving 335 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 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 18:1 is higher 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 42% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 335 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 15%
  • : Top 10% in OR
  • : 60-64% (Top 5%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 30-39% (Top 50%)
  • 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:

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Attribute

School Overview

Melrose Elementary School's student population of 335 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
335 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Melrose 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 Melrose 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.
This School
State Level (OR)
#88 out of 1174 schools
(Top 10%)
60-64%
31%
60-64%
44%
30-39%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
8%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
85%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.27
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
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 #88 out of 1,174 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?
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 Melrose Elementary School?
335 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, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% 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 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Melrose Elementary School offer ?
Melrose Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Melrose Elementary School part of?
Melrose Elementary School is part of Douglas County School District 4.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 335 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 15%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 60-64% (Top 5%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 30-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

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