For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 435 students in Bandon, OR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Bandon, OR are Harbor Lights Middle School and Ocean Crest Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bandon, OR public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Oregon public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Bandon have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Oregon public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Bandon, OR (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Harbor Lights Middle School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
390 9th St Sw
Bandon, OR 97411
(541) 347-4415
Bandon, OR 97411
(541) 347-4415
Gr: 5-8 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Ocean Crest Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1040 Allegany
Bandon, OR 97411
(541) 347-4416
Bandon, OR 97411
(541) 347-4416
Gr: K-4 | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Bandon, OR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Bandon, OR include Harbor Lights Middle School and Ocean Crest Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Bandon?
2 public elementary schools are located in Bandon.
What is the racial composition of students in Bandon?
Bandon public elementary schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
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