Serving 141 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Scotts Mills Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 25-29% (which is lower 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 20:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% 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: 141 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Scotts Mills Elementary School serves the eastern part of its district in Scotts Mills, OR, covering an area of approximately 66.7 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive time of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 17 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scotts Mills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Scotts Mills Elementary School's student population of 141 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
141 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Scotts Mills Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scotts Mills Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#435 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
90%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.1%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scotts Mills Elementary School's ranking?
Scotts Mills Elementary School is ranked #435 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% 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 Scotts Mills Elementary School?
141 students attend Scotts Mills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Scotts Mills Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Scotts Mills Elementary School?
Scotts Mills Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Scotts Mills Elementary School offer ?
Scotts Mills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Scotts Mills Elementary School part of?
Scotts Mills Elementary School is part of Silver Falls SD 4j School District.
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