Summary:
The 97437 zip code area is home to 3 schools in the Fern Ridge School District 28J, including 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. While the middle and elementary schools have mixed performance, Elmira High School stands out as a top-performing school, consistently ranking in the top 25% of Oregon high schools and earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Elmira High School's test scores in English Language Arts, Math, and Science significantly outpace the district and state averages, with 65.8% of 11th graders proficient or better in English Language Arts compared to 45.2% statewide. In contrast, the performance of Fern Ridge Middle School and Elmira Elementary School is more mixed, with some grade levels and subjects exceeding state averages and others falling behind.
The schools in the 97437 zip code serve a relatively high proportion of economically disadvantaged students, with free/reduced lunch rates ranging from 37.06% to 41.92%. Spending per student also varies, with Elmira High School receiving the highest funding at $19,195 per student. Examining the allocation of resources across the district and addressing the needs of the economically disadvantaged population could provide insights into how to improve student outcomes at the middle and elementary school levels.
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