Mist Elementary School

Mist Elementary School is a public elementary school serving kindergarten through fifth grade in Mist, Oregon, with an enrollment of 31 students and a student-teacher ratio of 15.5:1. The school earns a composite score of 9.6 out of 10, rated Exceptional — and that rating is backed by hard data. Mist Elementary ranks #5 out of 1,226 public schools in Oregon and outperforms 100% of Oregon schools on academic metrics.

Within its district, it holds the top spot, ranking #1 of 4 schools in Vernonia SD 47J. Academic performance and student growth are both standout strengths. The school scores 9.6 in academics and 9.8 in growth, meaning students here are not only achieving at a high level but also making measurable gains year over year.

That growth score in particular signals strong instructional effectiveness relative to schools across the state. For families comparing elementary options in the region, the numbers are clear. Ranking #4 of 689 elementary schools statewide puts Mist Elementary in exceptionally rare company regardless of school size.

The small enrollment keeps class sizes tight, giving students direct access to their teachers. Parents weighing academic outcomes alongside a close-knit school environment will find Mist Elementary difficult to overlook.

With an enrollment of 31 students, Mist 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, Mist 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.