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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
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Black Butte Elementary School
Black Butte Elementary School is a public elementary school in Camp Sherman, OR, part of the Black Butte SD 41. The school serves approximately 25 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 8.3:1. Students demonstrate 31% proficiency in math, 1 points below the state average and 77% in reading/language arts, 34 points above the state average.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $90,000, where 64% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 25 students, Black Butte Elementary School 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.
With a student-teacher ratio of 8.3:1, Black Butte Elementary School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, Black Butte Elementary School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
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 7 test records from OR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 25% (2019) to 43.8% (2025). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 75% (2019) to 81.3% (2025).
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 8.6/10, 26.4 miles away, in nearby Bend). Another option is Vern Patrick Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 25.9 miles away, in nearby Redmond). Additionally, Sisters Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 12.8 miles away, in nearby Sisters). 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 | 5.1 |
| Sisters Middle School Sisters | 12.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Sisters Elementary School Sisters | 12.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Culver High School Culver | 21.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Culver Elementary School Culver | 22.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Culver Middle School Culver | 22.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Tumalo Community School Bend | 26.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Terrebonne Community School Terrebonne | 24.3 mi | 7.0 |
| North Star Elementary Bend | 29.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Ridgeview High School Redmond | 26.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Vern Patrick Elementary School Redmond | 25.9 mi | 8.2 |
| 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 | 6.6 |
| Elton Gregory Middle School Redmond | 25.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Hugh Hartman Elementary Redmond | 25.9 mi | 6.3 |
| William E Miller Elementary Bend | 31.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Metolius Elementary School Madras | 25.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Summit High School Bend | 31.2 mi | 6.9 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Black Butte Elementary School has a median household income of $90,000. It is a well-educated community where 64% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $625,000, with a median rent of $1,958/month. The local poverty rate of 3.7% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Klamath Falls, OR | — |
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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 the most recent state assessment data, Black Butte Elementary School has 31.3% math proficiency and 76.6% reading/ELA proficiency.
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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Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Average (292/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- 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
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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