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Cottage Grove High School

High School · South Lane SD 45J3

PO Box 160, Cottage Grove, OR 97424

Enrollment

674

Student-Teacher

16.4:1

Score

5.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oregon schools

#880 of 1,226

In Cottage Grove

#2 of 7

public schools

In district

#3 of 9

South Lane SD 45J3

School environment

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Cottage Grove High School

5.2/10

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

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4.2/10

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3.8/10

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About Cottage Grove High School

Cottage Grove High School is a public high school in Cottage Grove, OR, part of South Lane SD 45J3. Cottage Grove High School serves approximately 674 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Cottage Grove High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #880 of 1,226 schools in OR.

Structured state assessment records for Cottage Grove High School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 4.5
  • OR avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.35 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.2Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18.8% (2025 OSAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29.2% (2025 OSAS)
Math vs. State Avg-13 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-13.8 pts
Overall Proficiency24% (2025 OSAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 OSAS)
vs. Expected-9.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
College Readiness4.7Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate82%
AP Participation7.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,603
Chronic Absenteeism30%

Cottage Grove High School — Students at Cottage Grove High School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

63.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 44.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
31.8% (2025 OSAS)
ELA Proficiency 75.7% (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
70%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
82%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
82%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
75%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
75%
2022
Math
15%
ELA
49.5%
2025
Math
18.8%
ELA
29.2%

* 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: 4.0/10.

How Cottage Grove High School Compares

See how Cottage Grove High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
28th percentile in OR
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.4
Sports
4
2 boys' · 2 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
63%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
7.7% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics4sports offered
2 boys'·2 girls'·29 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

PO Box 160, Cottage Grove, OR 97424

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cottage Grove High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Creswell High School (rated 6.4/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Creswell), which scores notably higher. Another option is Willamette Leadership Academy (rated 5.6/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby Springfield), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Pleasant Hill High School (rated 5.1/10, 14.1 miles away, in nearby Pleasant Hill), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cottage Grove, see our Cottage Grove schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Lincoln Middle School Cottage Grove 0.3 mi 4.2
Bohemia Elementary School Cottage Grove 0.6 mi 3.8
Harrison Elementary School Cottage Grove 0.6 mi 4.4
COTTAGE GROVE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cottage Grove 0.7 mi
Academy for Character Education Cottage Grove 1.0 mi 6.4
Al Kennedy High School Cottage Grove 3.8 mi 3.9
London School Cottage Grove 9.5 mi 4.5
Creswell Middle School Creswell 9.3 mi 6.8
Creslane Elementary School Creswell 9.5 mi 6.9
Creswell High School Creswell 9.8 mi 6.4
Dorena School Dorena 10.1 mi 3.8
Willamette Leadership Academy Springfield 14.8 mi 5.6
Edgewood Community Elementary School Eugene 15.2 mi 8.2
Ridgeline Montessori Eugene 15.2 mi 8.1
Spencer Butte Middle School Eugene 15.3 mi 6.7
TEACH-NW Eugene 15.5 mi 5.9
OAK HILL SCHOOL Eugene 15.5 mi 7.9
Charlemagne French Immersion Elementary School Eugene 15.7 mi 8.2
EMERALD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pleasant Hill 14.7 mi 5.3
Pleasant Hill High School Pleasant Hill 14.1 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97424 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,985

Median Home Value

$349,700

Median Rent

$1,012/mo

Population

18,881

College Educated

21.7%

Homeownership

69.2%

Avg Commute

24.2 min

Poverty Rate

12.5%

Median Age

43.3

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School Rating
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Estacada High School Estacada, OR 5.1
Madras High School Madras, OR 5.1
Pleasant Hill High School Pleasant Hill, OR 5.1
North Valley High School Grants Pass, OR 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cottage Grove High School

What grades does Cottage Grove High School serve?

Cottage Grove High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Cottage Grove High School?

Cottage Grove High School has an enrollment of approximately 674 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cottage Grove High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Cottage Grove High School is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cottage Grove High School rank in OR?

Cottage Grove High School ranks #880 of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is Cottage Grove High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Cottage Grove High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Cottage Grove High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cottage Grove High School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Cottage Grove High School a charter school?

No, Cottage Grove High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Cottage Grove High School a Title I school?

No, Cottage Grove High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cottage Grove High School?

63.2% of students at Cottage Grove High School 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
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
674
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
63.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Lane County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.0%
4-Year Graduation
82.0%

District

South Lane SD 45J3
District Enrollment
2,680
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,603
District Rank
#3 of 9

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