Serving 287 students in grades 2-3, South Prairie Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Prairie Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
South Prairie Elementary School's student population of 287 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
287 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
South Prairie Elementary 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 South Prairie Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#575 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
25%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
66%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
6%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Tillamook SD 9 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Prairie Elementary School's ranking?
South Prairie Elementary School is ranked #575 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are South Prairie Elementary School often compared to?
South Prairie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nestucca K8, Garibaldi Elementary School, East Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend South Prairie Elementary School?
287 students attend South Prairie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of South Prairie Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Prairie Elementary School?
South Prairie Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Prairie Elementary School offer ?
South Prairie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Prairie Elementary School part of?
South Prairie Elementary School is part of Tillamook SD 9 School District.
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