Serving 441 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Firwood Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49%
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Firwood Elementary School's student population of 441 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
441 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Firwood Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60-64%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
18%
25%
Black
1%
2%
White
73%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Firwood Elementary School often compared to?
Firwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kelso Elementary School, Twin Oaks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
How many students attend Firwood Elementary School?
441 students attend Firwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Firwood Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Firwood Elementary School?
Firwood Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Firwood Elementary School offer ?
Firwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Firwood Elementary School part of?
Firwood Elementary School is part of Oregon Trail SD 46 School District.
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