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Sam Case Elementary

Elementary School · Lincoln County SD

459 NE 12th St, Newport, OR 97365

Enrollment

373

Student-Teacher

17:1

Score

5.8

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oregon schools

#743 of 1,226

In Newport

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#7 of 18

Lincoln County SD

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Sam Case Elementary

5.8/10

Elementary School in Newport · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Newport High School

6.9/10

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5.6/10

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About Sam Case Elementary

Sam Case Elementary is a public elementary school in Newport, OR, part of Lincoln County SD. Sam Case Elementary serves approximately 373 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Sam Case Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #743 of 1,226 schools in OR.

Structured state assessment records for Sam Case Elementary show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts above district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 4.6
  • OR avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

44% of students at Sam Case Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.94 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22.3% (2025 OSAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.9% (2025 OSAS)
Math vs. State Avg-9.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.1 pts
Overall Proficiency30% (2025 OSAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2025 OSAS)
vs. Expected-3.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
Resources & Environment6.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,784
Chronic Absenteeism44%

Sam Case Elementary — Students at Sam Case Elementary score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

66.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 47.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
31.8% (2025 OSAS)
ELA Proficiency 56.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 OSAS)

Based on 26 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
80%
ELA
74%
2010
Math
55%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
73%
ELA
70%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
69%
2013
Math
61%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
51%
2015
Math
43%
ELA
53%
2016
Math
36%
ELA
45%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
49%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
49%
2022
Math
29%
ELA
43%
2025
Math
22.3%
ELA
36.9%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.6/10.

How Sam Case Elementary Compares

See how Sam Case Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
40th percentile in OR
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
6.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
66%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
44.0%

Location

459 NE 12th St, Newport, OR 97365

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sam Case Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LINCOLN CITY SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 23.2 miles away, in nearby Lincoln City), with a comparable rating. Another option is Taft Elementary School (rated 5.0/10, 20.0 miles away, in nearby Lincoln City), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Crestview Heights School (rated 4.8/10, 16.6 miles away, in nearby Waldport), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Newport, see our Newport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 23.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Newport High School Newport 0.5 mi 6.9
Newport Middle School Newport 0.4 mi 5.6
Yaquina View Elementary Newport 0.9 mi 4.5
Compass K-12 Online School Toledo 5.6 mi 4.8
Toledo Senior High School Toledo 6.2 mi 5.3
Toledo Jr. High Toledo 6.2 mi 5.5
Toledo Elementary School Toledo 6.5 mi 4.2
Siletz Valley Schools Siletz 8.2 mi 6.1
RECESS OUTDOOR ADVENTURE SCHOOL Waldport 14.2 mi
Crestview Heights School Waldport 16.6 mi 4.8
Waldport Middle School Waldport 16.7 mi 7.5
Waldport High School Waldport 16.7 mi 6.7
Eddyville Charter School Eddyville 13.3 mi 4.9
ANGELL JCC Yachats 19.5 mi
Taft Elementary School Lincoln City 20.0 mi 5.0
Taft Middle School Lincoln City 20.0 mi 6.4
Taft High School Lincoln City 20.2 mi 4.8
Lincoln City Career Technical High School Lincoln City 21.8 mi 6.7
LINCOLN CITY SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Lincoln City 23.2 mi 5.4
Oceanlake Elementary School Lincoln City 23.2 mi 3.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97365 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,736

Median Home Value

$418,500

Median Rent

$1,155/mo

Population

10,905

College Educated

31%

Homeownership

60.2%

Avg Commute

17 min

Poverty Rate

16.9%

Median Age

50.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sam Case Elementary

What grades does Sam Case Elementary serve?

Sam Case Elementary serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Sam Case Elementary?

Sam Case Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 373 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sam Case Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Sam Case Elementary is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sam Case Elementary rank in OR?

Sam Case Elementary ranks #743 of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is Sam Case Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Sam Case Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Sam Case Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sam Case Elementary has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Sam Case Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Sam Case Elementary a Title I school?

No, Sam Case Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sam Case Elementary?

66.2% of students at Sam Case Elementary 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
51 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
373
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
66.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Lincoln County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
44.0%

District

Lincoln County SD
District Enrollment
4,981
Schools in District
18
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,784
District Rank
#7 of 18

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