Serving 573 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Griffin Creek Elementary 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 29% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 573 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Griffin Creek Elementary School's student population of 573 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
573 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Griffin Creek Elementary 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 Griffin Creek Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#584 out of 1196 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
21%
25%
Black
n/a
3%
White
73%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Griffin Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Griffin Creek Elementary School is ranked #584 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Griffin Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Griffin Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Phoenix Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Griffin Creek Elementary School?
573 students attend Griffin Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Griffin Creek Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Griffin Creek Elementary School?
Griffin Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Griffin Creek Elementary School offer ?
Griffin Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Griffin Creek Elementary School part of?
Griffin Creek Elementary School is part of Medford SD 549c School District.
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