Central Sd 13j School District
School District · Independence, Oregon
Avg Rating
5.1
out of 10
Schools
5
3 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,990
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.3:1
Avg Rating
5.1
out of 10
Schools
5
3 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,990
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.3:1
Evaluating Central Sd 13j?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Central Sd 13j as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Monmouth Elementary School
Monmouth · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Ash Creek Elementary School
Monmouth · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Talmadge Middle School
Independence · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Oregon rank
#129 of 146
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-1.2
below Oregon avg
Per-pupil spending
$16,990
+$668 vs Oregon median
District size
3,072 students
Much larger than Oregon median
The short answer
Central Sd 13j ranks #129 of 146 Oregon districts by overall school rating. Central Sd 13j's schools with real test data average 5.1/10 across 5 schools. Its top-rated schools are Monmouth Elementary School (7.0/10), Ash Creek Elementary School (5.5/10), and Talmadge Middle School (5.3/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Central Sd 13j
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (5 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Monmouth Elementary School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Ash Creek Elementary School | 5.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Talmadge Middle School | 5.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Central High School | 4.4 / 10 |
| 5 | Independence Elementary School | 3.2 / 10 |
See all 5 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Central Sd 13j
Central Sd 13j is a Independence, Oregon school district serving 5 schools. The district educates 3,072 students with a student-teacher ratio of 19.3:1. The district invests $16,990 per student annually.
With an average rating of 5.1/10, Central Sd 13j demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Monmouth Elementary School, which has a composite score of 7.0/10.
In standardized testing, Central Sd 13j students show an average math proficiency of 38.1% and ELA proficiency of 51.0%.
The district includes 3 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Central Sd 13j, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Central Sd 13j with test data.
Schools in Central Sd 13j
5 schools Elementary Schools 3
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Oregon
- City
- Independence
- Total Enrollment
- 3,072
- Teachers (FTE)
- 159
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Central Sd 13j?
Central Sd 13j has 5 schools in total — 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Central Sd 13j?
The average composite rating for Central Sd 13j is 5.1/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Central Sd 13j?
Central Sd 13j spends $16,990 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Central Sd 13j?
The average student-teacher ratio in Central Sd 13j is 19.3:1.
What is the top-rated school in Central Sd 13j?
Monmouth Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Central Sd 13j with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What are the test scores in Central Sd 13j?
Across schools in Central Sd 13j with test data, the average math proficiency is 38.1% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 51.0%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Central Sd 13j compare to other districts in Oregon?
Central Sd 13j has an average school rating of 5.1/10 across 5 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Oregon by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 5.1/10
- Math Proficiency
- 38.1%
- ELA Proficiency
- 51.0%
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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.
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