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#135 of 186 private schools in OR
Neskowin Valley School
Elementary School
10005 SLAB CREEK RD, Neskowin, OR 97149
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 7th
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 7th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#135 of 186
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Neskowin Valley School
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About Neskowin Valley School
Neskowin Valley School is a private elementary school in Neskowin, OR. Neskowin Valley School serves approximately 30 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-7th, and has a 7.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Neskowin Valley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #135 of 186 private schools in OR.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- OR avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 30 students, Neskowin Valley School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.5:1 students to teachers, Neskowin Valley School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Neskowin Valley School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in OR.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in OR
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
10005 SLAB CREEK RD, Neskowin, OR 97149
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Neskowin Valley School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Liberty Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 26.4 miles away, in nearby Tillamook), which scores notably higher. Another option is South Prairie Elementary School (rated 6.4/10, 23.7 miles away, in nearby Tillamook), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LINCOLN CITY SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Lincoln City), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Neskowin, see our Neskowin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 30.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Nestucca K8 Cloverdale | 8.0 mi | 5.0 |
| LINCOLN CITY SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Lincoln City | 7.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Oceanlake Elementary School Lincoln City | 7.5 mi | 3.2 |
| Nestucca High School Cloverdale | 9.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Lincoln City Career Technical High School Lincoln City | 9.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Taft High School Lincoln City | 10.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Taft Elementary School Lincoln City | 10.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Taft Middle School Lincoln City | 10.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Siletz Valley Schools Siletz | 24.2 mi | 6.1 |
| South Prairie Elementary School Tillamook | 23.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Trask River High School Tillamook | 25.1 mi | — |
| Tillamook High School Tillamook | 26.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Liberty Elementary School Tillamook | 26.4 mi | 9.4 |
| PACIFIC CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Tillamook | 26.7 mi | 3.5 |
| TILLAMOOK ADVENTIST SCHOOL Tillamook | 26.5 mi | 4.7 |
| East Elementary School Tillamook | 26.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Tillamook Junior High School Tillamook | 26.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Toledo Senior High School Toledo | 30.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Toledo Jr. High Toledo | 30.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Compass K-12 Online School Toledo | 30.5 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97149 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,318
Median Home Value
$655,500
Population
679
College Educated
48.7%
Homeownership
64.9%
Poverty Rate
1.5%
Median Age
43.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FAR HORIZONS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Eugene, OR | 5.7 |
| GRANTS PASS ADVENTIST SCHOOL Grants Pass, OR | 5.7 |
| MCMINNVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mcminnville, OR | 5.7 |
| GRANDE RONDE ACADEMY La Grande, OR | 5.8 |
| THE PORTLAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Portland, OR | 5.9 |
| HEIDI HO KINDERGARTEN & PRESCHOOL La Grande, OR | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Neskowin Valley School
What grades does Neskowin Valley School serve?
Neskowin Valley School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 7th.
How many students attend Neskowin Valley School?
Neskowin Valley School has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Neskowin Valley School?
The student-teacher ratio at Neskowin Valley School is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Neskowin Valley School rank in OR?
Neskowin Valley School ranks #135 of 186 private schools in OR.
What is Neskowin Valley School's MySchoolScout rating?
Neskowin Valley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Neskowin Valley School a private school?
Yes, Neskowin Valley School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Neskowin Valley School a religious school?
No, Neskowin Valley School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 7th
- Enrollment
- 30
- Gender Split
- 67% M / 33% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 168 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Tillamook County
- Phone
- (971) 285-6801
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