North Plains Elementary School

North Plains Elementary School serves 219 students in kindergarten through sixth grade in the rural community of North Plains, Oregon. With 14 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15.6 to 1, allowing for more individualized attention in smaller class settings. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a 7.1 out of 10 rating and ranking in the 78th percentile among Oregon elementary schools at #269 out of 1,231 schools statewide.

Students show particular strength in English Language Arts, with 52% achieving proficiency or above across grade levels. Math performance shows room for growth, with 37% of students meeting proficiency standards. North Plains Elementary draws from an affluent community where the median household income reaches $116,116 and home values average $605,600.

The surrounding area reflects an educated population, with 46% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, while maintaining a low poverty rate of just 5.1%. Located in Washington County, the school sits in a rural setting near the town of North Plains, providing students with a small-town atmosphere while remaining accessible to the greater Portland metropolitan area. This combination of rural charm and proximity to urban resources creates a unique educational environment for the school's students and families.

Located in a rural area, North Plains 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.