Serving 1,521 students in grades 9-12, Sheldon 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,521 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 30% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sheldon 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
School Overview
Sheldon High School's student population of 1,521 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,521 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Colors
White, Green, Navy Blue
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Sep 3, 2025
School Rankings
Sheldon 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 Sheldon High School is 0.53, 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
#215 out of 1174 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
17%
26%
Black
2%
3%
White
66%
58%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Fighting Irishman
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sheldon High School's ranking?
Sheldon High School is ranked #215 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Sheldon High School often compared to?
Sheldon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Eugene 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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sheldon High School?
The graduation rate of Sheldon High School is 87%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Sheldon High School?
1,521 students attend Sheldon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Sheldon High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sheldon High School?
Sheldon High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sheldon High School offer ?
Sheldon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sheldon High School part of?
Sheldon High School is part of Eugene SD 4j School District.
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