Vernonia Sd 47j School District
School District · Vernonia, Oregon
Avg Rating
6.0
out of 10
Schools
4
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,393
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Avg Rating
6.0
out of 10
Schools
4
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,393
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Evaluating Vernonia Sd 47j?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Vernonia Sd 47j 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.
Mist Elementary School
Mist · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Vernonia Middle School
Vernonia · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Vernonia High School
Vernonia · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Oregon rank
#78 of 146
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.3
below Oregon avg
Per-pupil spending
$19,393
+$3,071 vs Oregon median
District size
578 students
Smaller than Oregon median
The short answer
Vernonia Sd 47j ranks #78 of 146 Oregon districts by overall school rating. Vernonia Sd 47j's schools with real test data average 6.0/10 across 4 schools. Its top-rated schools are Mist Elementary School (8.8/10), Vernonia Middle School (6.2/10), and Vernonia High School (4.8/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Vernonia Sd 47j
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mist Elementary School | 8.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Vernonia Middle School | 6.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Vernonia High School | 4.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Vernonia Elementary School | 4.3 / 10 |
See all 4 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Vernonia Sd 47j
Vernonia Sd 47j is a Vernonia, Oregon school district serving 4 schools. The district educates 578 students with a student-teacher ratio of 15.2:1. The district invests $19,393 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.0/10, Vernonia Sd 47j demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Mist Elementary School, which has a composite score of 8.8/10.
In standardized testing, Vernonia Sd 47j students show an average math proficiency of 38.6% and ELA proficiency of 55.7%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Vernonia Sd 47j, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Vernonia Sd 47j with test data.
Schools in Vernonia Sd 47j
4 schools Elementary Schools 2
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Oregon
- City
- Vernonia
- Total Enrollment
- 578
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Vernonia Sd 47j?
Vernonia Sd 47j has 4 schools in total — 2 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 Vernonia Sd 47j?
The average composite rating for Vernonia Sd 47j is 6.0/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Vernonia Sd 47j?
Vernonia Sd 47j spends $19,393 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Vernonia Sd 47j?
The average student-teacher ratio in Vernonia Sd 47j is 15.2:1.
What is the top-rated school in Vernonia Sd 47j?
Mist Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Vernonia Sd 47j with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What are the test scores in Vernonia Sd 47j?
Across schools in Vernonia Sd 47j with test data, the average math proficiency is 38.6% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 55.7%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Vernonia Sd 47j compare to other districts in Oregon?
Vernonia Sd 47j has an average school rating of 6.0/10 across 4 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
- 6.0/10
- Math Proficiency
- 38.6%
- ELA Proficiency
- 55.7%
Resources
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateOther School Districts in OR
Compare Vernonia Sd 47j with neighboring districts in the state.
- Portland Sd 1j (86)
- Salem-keizer Sd 24j (65)
- Beaverton Sd 48j (56)
- Hillsboro Sd 1j (37)
- Eugene Sd 4j (36)
- Bend-lapine Administrative Sd 1 (35)
- North Clackamas Sd 12 (31)
- Medford Sd 549c (25)
- Gresham-barlow Sd 10j (21)
- Klamath County Sd (21)
- Springfield Sd 19 (21)
- Greater Albany Public Sd 8j (20)
- Reynolds Sd 7 (20)
- Tigard-tualatin Sd 23j (19)
- Lincoln County Sd (18)
- Three Rivers/josephine County Sd (17)
- West Linn-wilsonville Sd 3j (17)
- David Douglas Sd 40 (14)
- Oregon City Sd 62 (14)
- Corvallis Sd 509j (13)
- Redmond Sd 2j (13)
- Douglas County Sd 4 (13)
- Silver Falls Sd 4j (13)
- Baker Sd 5j (12)
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.
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.