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Welches Elementary School

24901 E Salmon River Rd
Sandy, OR 97055
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 182 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Welches Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 182 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • : Top 20% in OR
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 40-59% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Welches Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:

School Overview

Welches Elementary School's student population of 182 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
182 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025

School Rankings

Welches Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Welches Elementary School is 0.42, 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.
This School
State Level (OR)
#125 out of 1174 schools
(Top 20%)
50-54%
31%
60-64%
44%
40-59%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
19%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
74%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.42
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
3%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Welches Elementary School's ranking?
Welches Elementary School is ranked #125 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Welches Elementary School?
182 students attend Welches Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Welches Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Welches Elementary School?
Welches Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Welches Elementary School offer ?
Welches Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Welches Elementary School part of?
Welches Elementary School is part of Oregon Trail SD 46 School District.
In what neighborhood is Welches Elementary School located?
Welches Elementary School is located in the Welches neighborhood of Sandy, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Welches.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 182 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 40-59% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

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