Serving 212 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Powell Butte Community Charter School ranks in the top 30% 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 212 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Powell Butte Community Charter School serves the west part of its school district in Powell Butte, OR, covering an area of approximately 273.1 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 24.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Powell Butte Community Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Powell Butte Community Charter School's student population of 212 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
212 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
School Motto
Powell Butte Community Charter School will develop the ability to think critically, communicate effectively, and excel academically.
School Rankings
Powell Butte Community Charter 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 Powell Butte Community Charter School is 0.27, 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
#316 out of 1174 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
6%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
85%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
5%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.7%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Powell Butte Community Charter School's ranking?
Powell Butte Community Charter School is ranked #316 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Powell Butte Community Charter School?
212 students attend Powell Butte Community Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Powell Butte Community Charter School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Powell Butte Community Charter School?
Powell Butte Community Charter School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Powell Butte Community Charter School offer ?
Powell Butte Community Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Powell Butte Community Charter School part of?
Powell Butte Community Charter School is part of Crook County School District.
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