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Powers Elementary School

Elementary School · Powers SD 31

PO Box 479, Powers, OR 97466

Enrollment

63

Student-Teacher

10.5:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oregon schools

#789 of 1,226

In Powers

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

Powers SD 31

School environment

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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Powers Elementary School

5.6/10

Elementary School in Powers · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Powers High School

4.2/10

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About Powers Elementary School

Powers Elementary School is a public elementary school in Powers, OR, part of Powers SD 31. Powers Elementary School serves approximately 63 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Powers Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #789 of 1,226 schools in OR.

Structured state assessment records for Powers Elementary School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts below OR schools
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • OR avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 63 students, Powers Elementary 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.

Powers Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.36 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23.1% (2025 OSAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28.2% (2025 OSAS)
Math vs. State Avg-8.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-14.8 pts
Overall Proficiency26% (2025 OSAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2025 OSAS)
vs. Expected-1.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile35th
Resources & Environment10.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,402

Powers Elementary School — Students at Powers Elementary School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

84.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 31.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
31.8% (2025 OSAS)
ELA Proficiency 37.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 OSAS)

Based on 30 test records from OR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
84.5%
ELA
74.5%
2010
Math
49.5%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
54.5%
ELA
54.5%
2012
Math
34.5%
ELA
54.5%
2013
Math
34.5%
ELA
44.5%
2014
Math
24.5%
ELA
34.5%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
15%
ELA
15%
2018
Math
15%
ELA
15%
2019
Math
15%
ELA
15%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
30%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
30%
2022
Math
15%
ELA
24.5%
2025
Math
23.1%
ELA
28.2%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.0/10.

How Powers Elementary School Compares

See how Powers Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
36th percentile in OR
Academic
5.3/10
Average
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
10.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
84%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
6 teachers

Location

PO Box 479, Powers, OR 97466

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Powers Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lighthouse Charter School (rated 8.9/10, 33.3 miles away, in nearby Coos Bay), which scores notably higher. Another option is Coquille Valley Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 21.9 miles away, in nearby Coquille), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Millicoma School (rated 6.4/10, 34.2 miles away, in nearby Coos Bay), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Powers, see our Powers schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 34.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Powers High School Powers 0.1 mi 4.2
Myrtle Crest School Myrtle Point 12.8 mi 6.2
Myrtle Point High School Myrtle Point 13.0 mi 7.6
Coquille Valley Elementary Coquille 21.9 mi 8.4
Lincoln School of Early Learning Coquille 22.0 mi 4.3
Coquille Junior Senior High Coquille 22.0 mi 7.1
Winter Lakes High Coquille 22.1 mi 4.6
Winter Lakes Elementary Coquille 22.3 mi 3.3
Pacific High School Port Orford 20.6 mi 9.0
Ocean Crest Elementary School Bandon 23.9 mi 6.3
Camas Valley School Camas Valley 22.5 mi 7.8
Harbor Lights Middle School Bandon 24.1 mi 6.4
Bandon Senior High School Bandon 24.1 mi 6.3
Driftwood Elementary School Port Orford 23.6 mi 3.6
Lighthouse Charter School Coos Bay 33.3 mi 8.9
Eastside School Coos Bay 34.1 mi 6.3
Millicoma School Coos Bay 34.2 mi 6.4
Marshfield Senior High School Coos Bay 34.0 mi 5.3
Marshfield Junior High Coos Bay 34.1 mi 7.0
Destinations Academy Coos Bay 34.4 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97466 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$49,940

Median Home Value

$221,300

Median Rent

$870/mo

Population

1,152

College Educated

5.7%

Homeownership

79.5%

Poverty Rate

32.9%

Median Age

37.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Powers Elementary School

What grades does Powers Elementary School serve?

Powers Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Powers Elementary School?

Powers Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 63 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Powers Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Powers Elementary School is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Powers Elementary School rank in OR?

Powers Elementary School ranks #789 of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is Powers Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Powers Elementary 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.

What are the test scores at Powers Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Powers Elementary School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Powers Elementary School a charter school?

No, Powers Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Powers Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Powers Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Powers Elementary School?

84.1% of students at Powers 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
10 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
63
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Free/Reduced Lunch
84.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Coos County

District

Powers SD 31
District Enrollment
126
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,402
District Rank
#1 of 2

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