Serving 171 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Nehalem Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (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 14:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 171 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nehalem Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Nehalem, OR, encompassing approximately 363.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school from various points in the zone ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 15.7 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum distance of 29.9 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nehalem Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Nehalem Elementary School's student population of 171 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
171 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nehalem Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nehalem Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#155 out of 1174 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nehalem Elementary School's ranking?
Nehalem Elementary School is ranked #155 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Nehalem Elementary School often compared to?
Nehalem Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garibaldi Elementary School, Liberty Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 Nehalem Elementary School?
171 students attend Nehalem Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Nehalem Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nehalem Elementary School?
Nehalem Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Nehalem Elementary School offer ?
Nehalem Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nehalem Elementary School part of?
Nehalem Elementary School is part of Neah-Kah-Nie SD 56 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
One of the few schools that have a swimming pool and program. Were it not for this facility I would not have learned to swim. I was able to take life saving classes and was taught self survival in the water. Many schools spend alot of money on many sports programs but this programs has and will save many lives.
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