Serving 368 students in grades 2-5, Philomath Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Philomath Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Philomath, OR, encompassing approximately 202 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 8.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 18 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Philomath Elementary School's student population of 368 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
368 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Campus Size
10 acres
School Motto
Work hard and play hard
School Rankings
Philomath Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Philomath Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#314 out of 1174 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
11%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
81%
57%
Two or more races
5%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.2%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Philomath Elementary School's ranking?
Philomath Elementary School is ranked #314 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Philomath Elementary School often compared to?
Philomath Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bessie Coleman Elementary School, Garfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Philomath Elementary School?
368 students attend Philomath Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Philomath Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Philomath Elementary School?
Philomath Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Philomath Elementary School offer ?
Philomath Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Philomath Elementary School part of?
Philomath Elementary School is part of Philomath SD 17j School District.
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