Serving 345 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Carus School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is equal to the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carus School's student population of 345 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
345 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carus School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carus School is 0.40, 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
#539 out of 1196 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
19%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
75%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carus School's ranking?
Carus School is ranked #539 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Carus School?
345 students attend Carus School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Carus School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carus School?
Carus School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Carus School offer ?
Carus School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Carus School part of?
Carus School is part of Canby SD 86 School District.
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