Jefferson County Sd 509j School District
School District · Madras, Oregon
Avg Rating
6.5
out of 10
Schools
9
6 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,372
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Avg Rating
6.5
out of 10
Schools
9
6 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,372
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
How this district compares
Oregon rank
#53 of 146
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.2
above Oregon avg
Per-pupil spending
$19,372
+$3,050 vs Oregon median
District size
2,740 students
Larger than Oregon median
About Jefferson County Sd 509j
Jefferson County Sd 509j is a Madras, Oregon school district serving 9 schools. The district educates 2,740 students with a student-teacher ratio of 14.2:1. The district invests $19,372 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.5/10, Jefferson County Sd 509j demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Buff Elementary School, which has a composite score of 8.6/10.
In standardized testing, Jefferson County Sd 509j students show an average math proficiency of 24.1% and ELA proficiency of 33.6%.
The district includes 6 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 2 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Jefferson County Sd 509j, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Jefferson County Sd 509j with test data.
Schools in Jefferson County Sd 509j
9 schools Elementary Schools 6
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 2
District Details
- State
- Oregon
- City
- Madras
- Total Enrollment
- 2,740
- Teachers (FTE)
- 193
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.2%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Jefferson County Sd 509j?
Jefferson County Sd 509j has 9 schools in total — 6 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Jefferson County Sd 509j?
The average composite rating for Jefferson County Sd 509j is 6.5/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Jefferson County Sd 509j?
Jefferson County Sd 509j spends $19,372 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Jefferson County Sd 509j?
The average student-teacher ratio in Jefferson County Sd 509j is 14.2:1.
What is the top-rated school in Jefferson County Sd 509j?
Buff Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Jefferson County Sd 509j with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What are the test scores in Jefferson County Sd 509j?
Across schools in Jefferson County Sd 509j with test data, the average math proficiency is 24.1% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 33.6%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Jefferson County Sd 509j compare to other districts in Oregon?
Jefferson County Sd 509j has an average school rating of 6.5/10 across 9 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 are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.5/10
- Math Proficiency
- 24.1%
- ELA Proficiency
- 33.6%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
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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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