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Black Butte Elementary School
Elementary School · Black Butte SD 41
PO Box 150, Camp Sherman, OR 97730
Enrollment
25
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
25
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Black Butte Elementary School
Elementary School in Camp Sherman · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Black Butte Elementary School
Black Butte Elementary School is a public elementary school in Camp Sherman, OR, part of Black Butte SD 41. Black Butte Elementary School serves approximately 25 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Black Butte Elementary School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 25 students, Black Butte Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8.3:1 students to teachers, Black Butte Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Black Butte Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 25 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Address
- PO Box 150, Camp Sherman, OR 97730
- Website
- blackbutte.k12.or.us
- Phone
- (541) 595-6203
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)
Based on 26 test records from OR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Location
PO Box 150, Camp Sherman, OR 97730
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Black Butte Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tumalo Community School (rated 8.5/10, 26.4 miles away, in nearby Bend). Another option is William E Miller Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 31.3 miles away, in nearby Bend). Additionally, Hugh Hartman Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 25.9 miles away, in nearby Redmond). For more schools in Camp Sherman, see our Camp Sherman schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 31.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sisters High School Sisters | 11.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Sisters Middle School Sisters | 12.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Sisters Elementary School Sisters | 12.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Culver High School Culver | 21.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Culver Elementary School Culver | 22.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Culver Middle School Culver | 22.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Tumalo Community School Bend | 26.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Terrebonne Community School Terrebonne | 24.3 mi | 7.2 |
| North Star Elementary Bend | 29.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Ridgeview High School Redmond | 26.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Vern Patrick Elementary School Redmond | 25.9 mi | 7.8 |
| THREE SISTERS ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bend | 28.2 mi | 5.5 |
| ST THOMAS ACADEMY Redmond | 25.6 mi | 6.5 |
| COIC -REDMOND Redmond | 26.0 mi | — |
| Warm Springs K-8 Academy Warm Springs | 28.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Elton Gregory Middle School Redmond | 25.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Hugh Hartman Elementary Redmond | 25.9 mi | 8.1 |
| William E Miller Elementary Bend | 31.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Metolius Elementary School Madras | 25.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Summit High School Bend | 31.2 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97730 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,000
Median Home Value
$625,000
Median Rent
$1,958/mo
Population
298
College Educated
63.6%
Homeownership
75.8%
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Median Age
62.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Black Butte Elementary School
What grades does Black Butte Elementary School serve?
Black Butte Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Black Butte Elementary School?
Black Butte Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 25 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Black Butte Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Black Butte Elementary School is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Black Butte Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Black Butte Elementary School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).
Is Black Butte Elementary School a charter school?
No, Black Butte Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Black Butte Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Black Butte Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
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- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 25
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Jefferson County
- Phone
- (541) 595-6203
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