Serving 26 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Gearhart Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 26 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OR
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gearhart Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Gearhart Elementary School's student population of 26 students has grown by 116% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
26 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Gearhart Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gearhart Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#275 out of 1196 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
81%
58%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gearhart Elementary School's ranking?
Gearhart Elementary School is ranked #275 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Gearhart Elementary School?
26 students attend Gearhart Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Gearhart Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gearhart Elementary School?
Gearhart Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gearhart Elementary School offer ?
Gearhart Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gearhart Elementary School part of?
Gearhart Elementary School is part of Klamath County School District.
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