Serving 271 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Myrtle Crest 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 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- 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: Myrtle Crest School serves the entire district of Myrtle Point, OR, covering an extensive area of approximately 509.6 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 13 miles to the edge and a maximum of 24 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Myrtle Crest School's student population of 271 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
271 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Myrtle Crest 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 Myrtle Crest School is 0.26, 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
17:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
86%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
6%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60.9%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Myrtle Crest School's ranking?
Myrtle Crest School is ranked #753 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 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 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Myrtle Crest School?
271 students attend Myrtle Crest School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Myrtle Crest School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Myrtle Crest School?
Myrtle Crest School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Myrtle Crest School offer ?
Myrtle Crest School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Myrtle Crest School part of?
Myrtle Crest School is part of Myrtle Point SD 41 School District.
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