Serving 232 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Metolius Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower 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 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 232 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Metolius Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Metolius Elementary School's student population of 232 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
232 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Show Up Everyday: Students Flourish Here
School Rankings
Metolius Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Metolius Elementary School is 0.62, which is more 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
#850 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
10%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
39%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
47%
58%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
8%
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 Metolius Elementary School's ranking?
Metolius Elementary School is ranked #850 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Metolius Elementary School?
232 students attend Metolius Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Metolius Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Metolius Elementary School?
Metolius Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Metolius Elementary School offer ?
Metolius Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Metolius Elementary School part of?
Metolius Elementary School is part of Jefferson County SD 509j School District.
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