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Cascade Opportunity Center

High School · Cascade SD 5

11463 W Stayton Rd SE, Aumsville, OR 97325

Enrollment

88

Score

6.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oregon schools

#647 of 1,226

In Aumsville

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#6 of 6

Cascade SD 5

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Cascade Opportunity Center

6.2/10

High School in Aumsville · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Cascade Senior High School

7.1/10

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Cascade Junior High School

8.0/10

2.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Cascade Opportunity Center

Cascade Opportunity Center is a public high school in Aumsville, OR, part of Cascade SD 5. Cascade Opportunity Center serves approximately 88 students, and covers grades 9th-12th. Cascade Opportunity Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #647 of 1,226 schools in OR.

Structured state assessment records for Cascade Opportunity Center show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • OR avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 88 students, Cascade Opportunity Center 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.

Test scores at Cascade Opportunity Center sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Cascade Opportunity Center 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data5
Annual Change-0.75 pts/yr
Data Period2017–2025
TrendStable
Academics3.0Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency9.7% (2025 OSAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25.8% (2025 OSAS)
Math vs. State Avg-22.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-17.2 pts
Overall Proficiency18% (2025 OSAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2025 OSAS)
vs. Expected-13.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile12th
College Readiness6.2Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate64.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Per-Pupil Spending$16,054

Cascade Opportunity Center — Students at Cascade Opportunity Center score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

70.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 21.7% (multi-year average, 2017-2025)
School
State
31.8% (2025 OSAS)
ELA Proficiency 25.0% (multi-year average, 2017-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 OSAS)

Based on 10 test records from OR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2017
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2018
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2025
Math
9.7%
ELA
25.8%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.

How Cascade Opportunity Center Compares

See how Cascade Opportunity Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
47th percentile in OR
Academic
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
5.9/10
Average

Location

11463 W Stayton Rd SE, Aumsville, OR 97325

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cascade Opportunity Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Cascade Senior High School (rated 7.1/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Turner), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Stayton High School (rated 6.6/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Stayton), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Jefferson High School (rated 6.4/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Jefferson), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Aumsville, see our Aumsville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Cascade Senior High School Turner 2.4 mi 7.1
Cascade Junior High School Turner 2.4 mi 8.0
Aumsville Elementary School Aumsville 4.1 mi 7.2
Stayton Middle School Stayton 3.8 mi 6.1
Stayton High School Stayton 3.8 mi 6.6
North Santiam Options Academy Stayton 3.8 mi 2.3
Stayton Elementary School Stayton 4.1 mi 7.6
Scio High School Scio 5.7 mi 5.5
Willamette Connections Academy Scio 5.8 mi 3.5
Centennial Elementary School Scio 5.9 mi 6.3
Scio Middle School Scio 5.9 mi 5.5
REGIS ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Stayton 4.4 mi 7.5
Turner Elementary School Turner 5.2 mi 8.5
Sublimity Elementary School Sublimity 5.2 mi 7.3
Cloverdale Elementary School Turner 5.0 mi 8.3
CROSSHILL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Turner 7.3 mi 6.8
Jefferson Elementary School Jefferson 8.0 mi 4.5
Jefferson High School Jefferson 8.0 mi 6.4
Miller Elementary School Salem 9.5 mi 4.4
Jefferson Middle School Jefferson 8.0 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97325 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,982

Median Home Value

$364,000

Median Rent

$1,700/mo

Population

7,154

College Educated

19.8%

Homeownership

84.4%

Poverty Rate

10%

Median Age

40.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cascade Opportunity Center

What grades does Cascade Opportunity Center serve?

Cascade Opportunity Center serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Cascade Opportunity Center?

Cascade Opportunity Center has an enrollment of approximately 88 students.

How does Cascade Opportunity Center rank in OR?

Cascade Opportunity Center ranks #647 of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is Cascade Opportunity Center's MySchoolScout rating?

Cascade Opportunity Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Cascade Opportunity Center?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cascade Opportunity Center has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).

Is Cascade Opportunity Center a charter school?

No, Cascade Opportunity Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Cascade Opportunity Center a Title I school?

No, Cascade Opportunity Center is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cascade Opportunity Center?

70.5% of students at Cascade Opportunity Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
88
0
Free/Reduced Lunch
70.5%
Type
alternative
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Marion County
4-Year Graduation
64.5%

District

Cascade SD 5
District Enrollment
2,774
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,054
District Rank
#6 of 6

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