Serving 1,095 students in grades 9-12, Putnam High School ranks in the top 20% 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Oregon state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,095 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 30% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Putnam High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Putnam High School's student population of 1,095 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,095 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Putnam High School ranks within the top 20% of all 740 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Putnam High School is 0.57, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#125 out of 740 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
26%
25%
Black
2%
2%
White
60%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Putnam High School's ranking?
Putnam High School is ranked #125 out of 740 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Putnam High School often compared to?
Putnam High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Milwaukie High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% OR state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Putnam High School?
The graduation rate of Putnam High School is 87%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Putnam High School?
1,095 students attend Putnam High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Putnam High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Putnam High School?
Putnam High School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Putnam High School offer ?
Putnam High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Putnam High School part of?
Putnam High School is part of North Clackamas SD 12 School District.
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