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#503 of 1,226 schools in OR

Top 41% in state

Culver Elementary School

Elementary School · Culver SD 4

PO Box 259, Culver, OR 97734

Enrollment

288

Student-Teacher

18:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oregon schools

#503 of 1,226

In Culver

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Culver SD 4

Equity

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Culver Elementary School

6.7/10

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

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6.6/10

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5.0/10

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About Culver Elementary School

Culver Elementary School is a public elementary school in Culver, OR, part of Culver SD 4. Culver Elementary School serves approximately 288 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Culver Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #503 of 1,226 schools in OR.

Structured state assessment records for Culver Elementary School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with OR schools
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • OR avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Culver 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.

42% of students at Culver 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 Progress6.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.81 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33.8% (2025 OSAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39.2% (2025 OSAS)
Math vs. State Avg+2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.8 pts
Overall Proficiency37% (2025 OSAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2025 OSAS)
vs. Expected+4.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,199
Chronic Absenteeism42.4%

Culver Elementary School — Students at Culver Elementary School score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

68.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 50.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
31.8% (2025 OSAS)
ELA Proficiency 55.8% (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
77%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
34.5%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
34.5%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2025
Math
33.8%
ELA
39.2%

* 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: 6.2/10.

How Culver Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.7/10
59th percentile in OR
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
69%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
42.4%

Programs & Offerings

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 259, Culver, OR 97734

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Culver Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Buff Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Madras), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hugh Hartman Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 17.0 miles away, in nearby Redmond), which scores notably higher. Additionally, John Tuck Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 17.0 miles away, in nearby Redmond), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Culver, see our Culver schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Culver Middle School Culver 0.1 mi 6.6
Culver High School Culver 0.1 mi 5.0
Metolius Elementary School Madras 4.9 mi 7.0
Bridges High School Madras 8.4 mi 7.3
509J On-Line Madras 8.4 mi
Buff Elementary School Madras 8.5 mi 9.2
Madras High School Madras 8.6 mi 5.1
Madras Elementary School Madras 8.7 mi 7.0
Jefferson County Middle School Madras 9.3 mi 8.0
Terrebonne Community School Terrebonne 11.9 mi 7.2
Elton Gregory Middle School Redmond 15.2 mi 5.0
Tom McCall Elementary School Redmond 15.2 mi 7.2
ST THOMAS ACADEMY Redmond 16.0 mi 6.5
Warm Springs K-8 Academy Warm Springs 16.3 mi 6.3
Hugh Hartman Elementary Redmond 17.0 mi 8.1
John Tuck Elementary School Redmond 17.0 mi 7.8
Redmond High School Redmond 17.4 mi 3.2
EVERGREEN ACADEMY Redmond 17.4 mi
COIC -REDMOND Redmond 17.5 mi
Redmond Proficiency Academy Redmond 17.5 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97734 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,325

Median Home Value

$307,700

Median Rent

$1,084/mo

Population

3,647

College Educated

13%

Homeownership

74.8%

Avg Commute

29.7 min

Poverty Rate

8.2%

Median Age

39.2

Similar Schools

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Aiken Elementary School Ontario, OR 6.7
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Brookwood Elementary School Hillsboro, OR 6.7
Carus School Oregon City, OR 6.7
Dayton Grade School Dayton, OR 6.7
Fir Grove Elementary School Roseburg, OR 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Culver Elementary School

What grades does Culver Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Culver Elementary School?

Culver Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 288 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Culver Elementary School is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Culver Elementary School rank in OR?

Culver Elementary School ranks #503 of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is Culver Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Culver Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Culver Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Culver Elementary School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Culver Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Culver Elementary School a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Culver Elementary School?

68.8% of students at Culver Elementary 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
47 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
288
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
68.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Jefferson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
42.4%

District

Culver SD 4
District Enrollment
676
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,199
District Rank
#1 of 3

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