Excellent
#201 of 1,226 schools in OR
Top 16% in state
Gib Olinger Elementary School
Elementary School · Milton-Freewater Unified SD 7
1011 S Mill St, Milton-freewater, OR 97862
Enrollment
498
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
498
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oregon schools
#201 of 1,226
In Milton-freewater
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
Milton-Freewater Unified SD 7
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Gib Olinger Elementary School
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About Gib Olinger Elementary School
Gib Olinger Elementary School is a public elementary school in Milton-freewater, OR, part of Milton-Freewater Unified SD 7. Gib Olinger Elementary School serves approximately 498 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Gib Olinger Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #201 of 1,226 schools in OR.
Structured state assessment records for Gib Olinger Elementary School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 8.4
- OR avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Gib Olinger 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
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Gib Olinger Elementary School — Students at Gib Olinger Elementary School score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)
Based on 8 test records from OR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.
How Gib Olinger Elementary School Compares
See how Gib Olinger Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1011 S Mill St, Milton-freewater, OR 97862
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gib Olinger Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ferndale Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Davis Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby College Place), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Prospect Point Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Walla Walla), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Milton-freewater, see our Milton-freewater schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Central Middle School Milton-Freewater | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| McLoughlin High School Milton-Freewater | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| MILTON-STATELINE ADVENTIST SCHOOL Milton-Freewater | 3.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Ferndale Elementary School Milton-Freewater | 3.9 mi | 8.6 |
| LIBERTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Walla Walla | 7.1 mi | 4.3 |
| John Sager Middle School College Place | 7.1 mi | 6.5 |
| College Place High School College Place | 7.2 mi | 4.8 |
| College Place Open Doors Program College Place | 7.2 mi | — |
| Weston Middle School Weston | 8.1 mi | 7.6 |
| WALLA WALLA VALLEY ACADEMY College Place | 8.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Davis Elementary College Place | 8.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Prospect Point Elementary Walla Walla | 8.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Head Start Walla Walla | 9.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Walla Walla Center for Children and Families Walla Walla | 9.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Garrison Middle School Walla Walla | 9.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Walla Walla High School Walla Walla | 8.7 mi | 5.0 |
| ST BASIL ACADEMY OF CLASSICAL STUDIES Walla Walla | 8.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Lincoln High School Walla Walla | 9.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Walla Walla County Juvenile Detention Walla Walla | 9.7 mi | — |
| Sharpstein Elementary School Walla Walla | 9.9 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97862 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,013
Median Home Value
$225,400
Median Rent
$858/mo
Population
12,538
College Educated
12.9%
Homeownership
56.2%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
15.9%
Median Age
38
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Charlemagne French Immersion Elementary School Eugene, OR | 8.2 |
| Cooper Mountain Elementary School Beaverton, OR | 8.2 |
| Edgewood Community Elementary School Eugene, OR | 8.2 |
| FRENCH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF OREGON Portland, OR | 8.2 |
| Hoover Elementary School Medford, OR | 8.2 |
| Sunnyside Environmental School Portland, OR | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gib Olinger Elementary School
What grades does Gib Olinger Elementary School serve?
Gib Olinger Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Gib Olinger Elementary School?
Gib Olinger Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 498 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gib Olinger Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Gib Olinger Elementary School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gib Olinger Elementary School rank in OR?
Gib Olinger Elementary School ranks #201 of 1,226 schools in OR.
What is Gib Olinger Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Gib Olinger Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Gib Olinger Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gib Olinger Elementary School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).
Is Gib Olinger Elementary School a charter school?
No, Gib Olinger Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gib Olinger Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Gib Olinger Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gib Olinger Elementary School?
71.7% of students at Gib Olinger 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 498
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Umatilla County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.4%
- Phone
- (541) 938-3233
Resources & Links
District
Milton-Freewater Unified SD 7- District Enrollment
- 1,563
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,076
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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