Serving 197 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Ruch Outdoor Community 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 18:1 is higher 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)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 197 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ruch Elementary School serves the southwest part of Jacksonville, OR, covering an attendance area of approximately 281.3 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 20 to 30-minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 18.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ruch Outdoor Community School's student population of 197 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
197 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
1914
School Motto
Proud to be a Responsible Individual Dedicated to Excellence (PRIDE)
School Rankings
Ruch Outdoor Community 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 Ruch Outdoor Community 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)
30-39%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
7%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
85%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57.4%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cougar
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ruch Outdoor Community School's ranking?
Ruch Outdoor Community School is ranked #316 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Ruch Outdoor Community School often compared to?
Ruch Outdoor Community Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smith River Elementary School, Seiad Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 Ruch Outdoor Community School?
197 students attend Ruch Outdoor Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Ruch Outdoor Community School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ruch Outdoor Community School?
Ruch Outdoor Community School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ruch Outdoor Community School offer ?
Ruch Outdoor Community School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ruch Outdoor Community School part of?
Ruch Outdoor Community School is part of Medford SD 549c School District.
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