Serving 64 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Philomath Academy 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Online School/Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 64 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 50-59% (Btm 50% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Philomath Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Philomath Academy's student population of 64 students has declined by 67% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 200% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
64 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 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
Philomath Academy 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 Philomath Academy is 0.22, 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
#502 out of 1196 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
6%
25%
Black
n/a
3%
White
88%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-59%
81%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Philomath Academy's ranking?
Philomath Academy is ranked #502 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Philomath Academy?
The graduation rate of Philomath Academy is 50-59%, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Philomath Academy?
64 students attend Philomath Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Philomath Academy students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Philomath Academy?
Philomath Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Philomath Academy offer ?
Philomath Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Philomath Academy part of?
Philomath Academy is part of Philomath SD 17j School District.
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