Philomath High School is a public high school in Philomath, Oregon, United States.
Serving 453 students in grades 9-12, Philomath High School ranks in the top 20% 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 40-44% (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 17:1 is equal to 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 (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Philomath High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Philomath, OR, encompassing approximately 202 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 15 to 20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 18.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Philomath High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Philomath High School's student population of 453 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
453 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Philomath High 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 Philomath High 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
#186 out of 1174 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
81.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.5%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and Gold
School Mascot
Warriors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Philomath High School's ranking?
Philomath High School is ranked #186 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Philomath High School often compared to?
Philomath High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Corvallis High School, Crescent Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Philomath High School?
The graduation rate of Philomath High School is 95%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81.3%.
How many students attend Philomath High School?
453 students attend Philomath High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Philomath High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Philomath High School?
Philomath High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Philomath High School offer ?
Philomath High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Philomath High School part of?
Philomath High School is part of Philomath SD 17j School District.
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