509j On-line

509j On-line is a public elementary school in Madras, OR, part of the Jefferson County SD 509J. The school serves approximately 25 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 25:1. Students demonstrate 19% proficiency in math, 13 points below the state average and 19% in reading/language arts, 24 points below the state average.

Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $69,696, where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote town setting.

With an enrollment of 25 students, 509j On-line is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

The student-teacher ratio at 509j On-line is 25:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.

509j On-line is a virtual school, meaning instruction is delivered primarily online. Virtual schools offer flexibility but require strong self-discipline and a reliable home learning environment. Parents should consider whether their child thrives with independent, technology-based learning and ask about the school's approach to student engagement and support.