Three Rivers/Josephine County School District

The Three Rivers/Josephine County School District in Oregon consists of 16 schools, including 9 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 4 high schools. The district as a whole is ranked 59 out of 140 districts in the state and has a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Several schools in the district stand out for their strong academic performance. Manzanita Elementary School and Fruitdale Elementary School are both highly ranked, with 4-star ratings from SchoolDigger. Williams Elementary School is another top performer, consistently outpacing the district and state averages, especially in English Language Arts and Science. At the high school level, Illinois Valley High School stands out, ranking among the top 88 high schools in Oregon.

The data also reveals significant variation in performance across the district, with some schools struggling more than others. Schools with higher rates of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, such as Evergreen Elementary, Madrona Elementary, and Ft Vannoy Elementary, tend to have lower proficiency rates, suggesting a correlation between socioeconomic status and academic achievement. Additionally, the higher-performing schools generally have higher per-student spending and lower student-teacher ratios, highlighting the importance of adequate funding and resources in supporting student success.