Serving 458 students in grades 9-12, Philomath High 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 30% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Philomath High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Philomath High School's student population of 458 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
458 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Philomath High 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 Philomath High School is 0.32, 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
#369 out of 1196 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
9%
25%
Black
n/a
3%
White
82%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Philomath High School's ranking?
Philomath High School is ranked #369 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Philomath High School often compared to?
Philomath High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Corvallis High School, Crescent Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Philomath High School?
The graduation rate of Philomath High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Philomath High School?
458 students attend Philomath High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Philomath High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Philomath High School?
Philomath High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Philomath High School offer ?
Philomath High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Philomath High School part of?
Philomath High School is part of Philomath SD 17j School District.
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