Serving 172 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Welches Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (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 16:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 172 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Welches Elementary School serves the eastern part of Sandy, OR, covering an attendance zone of approximately 303.4 square miles. Families typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 10.8 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 15.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Welches Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Welches Elementary School's student population of 172 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
172 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Welches Elementary 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 Welches Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#125 out of 1174 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
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)
40-59%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.1%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Welches Elementary School's ranking?
Welches Elementary School is ranked #125 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% 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).
How many students attend Welches Elementary School?
172 students attend Welches Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Welches Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Welches Elementary School?
Welches Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Welches Elementary School offer ?
Welches Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Welches Elementary School part of?
Welches Elementary School is part of Oregon Trail SD 46 School District.
In what neighborhood is Welches Elementary School located?
Welches Elementary School is located in the Welches neighborhood of Sandy, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Welches.
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