Serving 348 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Thurston Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thurston Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Thurston Elementary School's student population of 348 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
348 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Rankings
Thurston 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 Thurston Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#121 out of 1174 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
77%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
10%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Springfield SD 19 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cheetahs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thurston Elementary School's ranking?
Thurston Elementary School is ranked #121 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Thurston Elementary School often compared to?
Thurston Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ridgeview Elementary School, Douglas Gardens Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Thurston Elementary School?
348 students attend Thurston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Thurston Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thurston Elementary School?
Thurston Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Thurston Elementary School offer ?
Thurston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thurston Elementary School part of?
Thurston Elementary School is part of Springfield SD 19 School District.
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