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Culver High School

High School · Culver SD 4

PO Box 259, Culver, OR 97734

Enrollment

223

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

5.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oregon schools

#904 of 1,226

In Culver

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

Culver SD 4

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Culver High School

5.0/10

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

Culver Middle School

6.6/10

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6.7/10

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About Culver High School

Culver High School is a public high school in Culver, OR, part of Culver SD 4. Culver High School serves approximately 223 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Culver High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #904 of 1,226 schools in OR.

Structured state assessment records for Culver High School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts below OR schools
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • OR avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

Culver High 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.

36% of students at Culver High 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 · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress2.0Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.08 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.0Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency20% (2025 OSAS)
Reading vs. State Avg-23 pts
Overall Proficiency13% (2025 OSAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2025 OSAS)
vs. Expected-19.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile5th
College Readiness7.3Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate90%+
AP Participation28.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,199
Chronic Absenteeism36.3%

Culver High School — Students at Culver High School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

69.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 39.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 62.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 OSAS)

Based on 29 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
54.5%
ELA
74.5%
2010
Math
64.5%
ELA
84.5%
2011
Math
64.5%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
74.5%
ELA
84.5%
2013
Math
64.5%
ELA
74.5%
2014
Math
34.5%
ELA
54.5%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
54.5%
2016
Math
44.5%
ELA
64.5%
2017
Math
34.5%
ELA
64.5%
2018
Math
34.5%
ELA
64.5%
2019
Math
34.5%
ELA
64.5%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
54.5%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
54.5%
2022
Math
5%
ELA
34.5%
2025
ELA
20%

* 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: 2.0/10.

How Culver High School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.0/10
26th percentile in OR
Academic
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.4
Sports
6
3 boys' · 3 girls'
Advanced STEM
3/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
69%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
36.3%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
28.7% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics6sports offered
3 boys'·3 girls'·8 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses3 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 259, Culver, OR 97734

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Culver High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Bridges High School (rated 7.3/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Madras), which scores notably higher. Another option is Madras High School (rated 5.1/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby Madras), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Redmond Proficiency Academy (rated 4.0/10, 17.4 miles away, in nearby Redmond), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Culver, see our Culver schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Culver Middle School Culver 0.1 mi 6.6
Culver Elementary School Culver 0.1 mi 6.7
Metolius Elementary School Madras 5.0 mi 7.0
Bridges High School Madras 8.5 mi 7.3
509J On-Line Madras 8.5 mi
Buff Elementary School Madras 8.6 mi 9.2
Madras High School Madras 8.7 mi 5.1
Madras Elementary School Madras 8.9 mi 7.0
Jefferson County Middle School Madras 9.4 mi 8.0
Terrebonne Community School Terrebonne 11.9 mi 7.2
Elton Gregory Middle School Redmond 15.1 mi 5.0
Tom McCall Elementary School Redmond 15.1 mi 7.2
ST THOMAS ACADEMY Redmond 15.9 mi 6.5
Warm Springs K-8 Academy Warm Springs 16.4 mi 6.3
Hugh Hartman Elementary Redmond 16.9 mi 8.1
John Tuck Elementary School Redmond 16.9 mi 7.8
Redmond High School Redmond 17.3 mi 3.2
EVERGREEN ACADEMY Redmond 17.3 mi
COIC -REDMOND Redmond 17.5 mi
Redmond Proficiency Academy Redmond 17.4 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Culver High School

What grades does Culver High School serve?

Culver High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Culver High School?

Culver High School has an enrollment of approximately 223 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Culver High School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Culver High School rank in OR?

Culver High School ranks #904 of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is Culver High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Culver High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Culver High School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Culver High School a charter school?

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

Is Culver High School a Title I school?

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

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

69.1% of students at Culver 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
40 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
223
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Free/Reduced Lunch
69.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Jefferson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
36.3%
4-Year Graduation
90%+

District

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

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