Irrigon Elementary School

Irrigon Elementary School is a middle school located in the rural community of Irrigon, Oregon. Serving students from fourth through sixth grade, the school has an enrollment of 167 students and employs 12 full-time equivalent teachers, resulting in a student-teacher ratio of 13.9:1. The school's MySchoolScout rating is 5.9 out of 10, placing it at number 515 among Oregon’s 1,231 schools, which means there's room for improvement but also potential for growth.

Academically, Irrigon Elementary School has an overall score of 4.9 out of 10, with 43% of students meeting or exceeding proficiency in English Language Arts and Reading, while only 28% are proficient in math. While these numbers indicate areas where the school is focusing on student development, they also suggest that there is a strong commitment to improving educational outcomes. Irrigon Elementary School sits in a rural setting surrounded by open fields and farmland, offering students a peaceful and close-knit community environment.

With an enrollment of 167 students, Irrigon Elementary School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Located in a rural area, Irrigon Elementary School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.