Scio High School is a public high school in Scio, Oregon. As one of eight public high schools located in Linn County, the school serves a large portion of the county's northwestern corner. The district spans the greater Scio area, reaching the community of Jordan, Oregon and northern parts of Lacomb, Oregon.
Serving 234 students in grades 9-12, Scio High School ranks in the top 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 234 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scio High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Scio High School's student population of 234 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
234 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1895
Colors
Black, Orange
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Sep 3, 2025
School Rankings
Scio High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scio High School is 0.30, 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
#560 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
7%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
83%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Logger
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scio High School's ranking?
Scio High School is ranked #560 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Scio High School often compared to?
Scio High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Willamette Connections Academy, Oregon Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Scio High School?
The graduation rate of Scio High School is 90%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Scio High School?
234 students attend Scio High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Scio High School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Scio High School?
Scio High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Scio High School offer ?
Scio High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Scio High School part of?
Scio High School is part of Scio SD 95 School District.
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