Summary:
The city of Oakridge, Oregon is home to three schools: Oakridge Elementary School, Oakridge High School, and Oakridge Junior High School. While the high school is a relative bright spot, the district as a whole, Oakridge School District 76, is performing poorly, ranking 131 out of 139 districts in Oregon.
Oakridge High School stands out as the strongest performer, with a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger and higher-than-average test scores, particularly in English Language Arts. In contrast, Oakridge Junior High School is a significant area of concern, consistently ranking in the bottom 10% of Oregon middle schools with a 0-star rating and test scores that are significantly below the district and state averages.
The data also reveals concerning trends across the district, such as low proficiency rates in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science, as well as high free and reduced lunch rates, particularly at the elementary and junior high school levels. These factors suggest that the Oakridge schools may be serving a population with significant economic challenges, which could be contributing to the poor academic performance. Targeted interventions and a comprehensive plan to address the root causes of these issues will be crucial for improving educational outcomes for the students of Oakridge.
