Serving 1,778 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Fossil Charter School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 43:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Online School/Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,778 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 43:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fossil Charter 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
Fossil Charter School's student population of 1,778 students has grown by 135% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 78% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,778 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Rankings
Fossil Charter School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fossil Charter School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#129 out of 1196 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
43:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
3%
25%
Black
1%
3%
White
91%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(16-17)≥50%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fossil Charter School's ranking?
Fossil Charter School is ranked #129 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fossil Charter School?
The graduation rate of Fossil Charter School is 50%, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 78%.
How many students attend Fossil Charter School?
1,778 students attend Fossil Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Fossil Charter School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fossil Charter School?
Fossil Charter School has a student ration of 43:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fossil Charter School offer ?
Fossil Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Fossil Charter School part of?
Fossil Charter School is part of Fossil SD 21j School District.
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