Best Schools in Nehalem, Oregon
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Nehalem by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Nehalem Elementary School
Elementary · Neah-kah-nie Sd 56. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.6
out of 10
Median Home
$427,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.6
out of 10
Median Home
$427,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Nehalem
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nehalem Elementary School | 8.6 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.6/10
- Median household income
- $67,719
- Median home value
- $427,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 24%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 87%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Nehalem compares
Median household income
$68k
88% of Oregon median
About Schools in Nehalem, Oregon
Nehalem, Oregon is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 8.6 out of 10, schools in Nehalem perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Nehalem is Nehalem Elementary School with a composite score of 8.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Nehalem is served by 1 school district: Neah-Kah-Nie SD 56. These districts collectively serve 696 students.
Nehalem's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $67,719. The poverty rate in the area is 11.9%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 174 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.6 |
Schools in Nehalem
Nehalem, Oregon · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$67,719
Median Home Value
$427,700
Median Rent
$1,453/mo
Population
2,442
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
87%
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Community Profile
Nehalem has a median household income of $67,719. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $427,700, with a median rent of $1,453/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.9%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- State
- Oregon
- Elementary
- 1
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Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Nehalem, Oregon
How many schools are in Nehalem, Oregon?
Nehalem has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Nehalem, Oregon?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Nehalem is 8.6 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Nehalem, Oregon?
The top-ranked school in Nehalem on MySchoolScout is Nehalem Elementary School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Nehalem, Oregon?
The top-ranked elementary school in Nehalem on MySchoolScout is Nehalem Elementary School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
How many school districts serve Nehalem, Oregon?
Nehalem is served by 1 school district: Neah-kah-nie Sd 56.
What is the education level in Nehalem, Oregon?
According to Census data, 24% of adults in Nehalem have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Nehalem, Oregon?
The median household income in Nehalem is approximately $67,719 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Nehalem, Oregon?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Nehalem is 15.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Nehalem, Oregon?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Oregon Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.