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Centennial Elementary School

Elementary School · Scio SD 95

38875 NW First Ave, Scio, OR 97374

Enrollment

274

Student-Teacher

19.6:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oregon schools

#637 of 1,226

In Scio

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#1 of 5

Scio SD 95

Academic growth

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Centennial Elementary School

6.3/10

Elementary School in Scio · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.5/10

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5.5/10

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About Centennial Elementary School

Centennial Elementary School is a public elementary school in Scio, OR, part of Scio SD 95. Centennial Elementary School serves approximately 274 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Centennial Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #637 of 1,226 schools in OR.

Structured state assessment records for Centennial Elementary School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts above district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 5.1
  • OR avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Centennial 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.

51% of students at Centennial Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34.5% (2025 OSAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37.6% (2025 OSAS)
Math vs. State Avg+2.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.4 pts
Overall Proficiency36% (2025 OSAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2025 OSAS)
vs. Expected-17.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile35th
Resources & Environment1.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$5,809
Chronic Absenteeism51.1%

Centennial Elementary School — Students at Centennial Elementary School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 42.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
31.8% (2025 OSAS)
ELA Proficiency 52.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 OSAS)

Based on 30 test records from OR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
34.5%
2021*
Math
24.5%
ELA
34.5%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2025
Math
34.5%
ELA
37.6%

* 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: 8.6/10.

How Centennial Elementary School Compares

See how Centennial Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
48th percentile in OR
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
1.7/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
14 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
51.1%

Location

38875 NW First Ave, Scio, OR 97374

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Centennial Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cloverdale Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Turner), which scores notably higher. Another option is Stayton Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Stayton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, REGIS ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Stayton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Scio, see our Scio schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Willamette Connections Academy Scio 0.1 mi 3.5
Scio Middle School Scio 0.1 mi 5.5
Scio High School Scio 0.4 mi 5.5
Cascade Opportunity Center Aumsville 5.9 mi 6.2
Stayton High School Stayton 7.2 mi 6.6
North Santiam Options Academy Stayton 7.2 mi 2.3
Stayton Elementary School Stayton 7.3 mi 7.6
Stayton Middle School Stayton 7.7 mi 6.1
REGIS ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Stayton 7.5 mi 7.5
Cascade Senior High School Turner 7.7 mi 7.1
Cascade Junior High School Turner 7.8 mi 8.0
Sublimity Elementary School Sublimity 9.3 mi 7.3
Aumsville Elementary School Aumsville 10.0 mi 7.2
Jefferson Elementary School Jefferson 7.7 mi 4.5
Cloverdale Elementary School Turner 9.5 mi 8.3
Lourdes School Scio 8.0 mi 3.9
Lacomb School Lebanon 10.0 mi 6.1
Jefferson High School Jefferson 8.2 mi 6.4
Pioneer School Lebanon 11.1 mi 7.1
Jefferson Middle School Jefferson 8.3 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97374 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$98,438

Median Home Value

$534,500

Median Rent

$992/mo

Population

5,135

College Educated

23%

Homeownership

83%

Avg Commute

34 min

Poverty Rate

13.8%

Median Age

41.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Centennial Elementary School

What grades does Centennial Elementary School serve?

Centennial Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Centennial Elementary School?

Centennial Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 274 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Centennial Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Centennial Elementary School is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Centennial Elementary School rank in OR?

Centennial Elementary School ranks #637 of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is Centennial Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Centennial Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Centennial Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Centennial Elementary School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Centennial Elementary School a charter school?

No, Centennial Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Centennial Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Centennial Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
43 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Linn County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
51.1%

District

Scio SD 95
District Enrollment
1,719
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$5,809
District Rank
#1 of 5

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