Very Good
#323 of 1,226 schools in OR
Top 26% in state
Sweet Home Charter School
Elementary School · Sweet Home SD 55
28721 Liberty Rd, Sweet Home, OR 97386
Enrollment
143
Student-Teacher
20.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
143
Student-Teacher
20.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oregon schools
#323 of 1,226
In Sweet Home
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#1 of 7
Sweet Home SD 55
Equity
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Sweet Home Charter School
Elementary School in Sweet Home · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sweet Home Charter School
Sweet Home Charter School is a public elementary school in Sweet Home, OR, part of Sweet Home SD 55. Sweet Home Charter School serves approximately 143 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 20.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Sweet Home Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #323 of 1,226 schools in OR.
Structured state assessment records for Sweet Home Charter School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 5.6
- OR avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 143 students, Sweet Home Charter 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.
Sweet Home Charter School runs 20.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Sweet Home Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Sweet Home Charter School — Students at Sweet Home Charter School score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)
Based on 30 test records from OR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.3/10.
How Sweet Home Charter School Compares
See how Sweet Home Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
28721 Liberty Rd, Sweet Home, OR 97386
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sweet Home Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sand Ridge Charter School (rated 8.5/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Lebanon), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Riverview School (rated 7.2/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Lebanon), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Pioneer School (rated 7.1/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Lebanon), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Sweet Home, see our Sweet Home schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Oak Heights Elementary School Sweet Home | 3.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Sweet Home High School Sweet Home | 3.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Holley Elementary School Sweet Home | 5.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Sweet Home Junior High School Sweet Home | 4.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Hawthorne Elementary School Sweet Home | 4.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Hamilton Creek School Lebanon | 6.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Sand Ridge Charter School Lebanon | 5.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Foster Elementary School Foster | 5.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Seven Oak Middle School Lebanon | 7.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Riverview School Lebanon | 8.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Cascades School Lebanon | 9.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Lebanon High School Lebanon | 9.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Lacomb School Lebanon | 10.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Green Acres School Lebanon | 9.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Pioneer School Lebanon | 10.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Mohawk High School Marcola | 18.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Marcola Elementary School Marcola | 18.3 mi | 3.4 |
| Scio Middle School Scio | 19.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Centennial Elementary School Scio | 19.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Willamette Connections Academy Scio | 19.2 mi | 3.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97386 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,116
Median Home Value
$302,200
Median Rent
$1,141/mo
Population
15,509
College Educated
10.9%
Homeownership
72.1%
Avg Commute
31.1 min
Poverty Rate
14.9%
Median Age
45
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Canyonville School Canyonville, OR | 7.6 |
| Emerson School Portland, OR | 7.6 |
| Stanfield Elementary School Stanfield, OR | 7.6 |
| Gladstone Center for Children and Families Gladstone, OR | 7.5 |
| PILGRIM LUTHERAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Beaverton, OR | 7.5 |
| Haines Elementary School Baker City, OR | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sweet Home Charter School
What grades does Sweet Home Charter School serve?
Sweet Home Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Sweet Home Charter School?
Sweet Home Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 143 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sweet Home Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sweet Home Charter School is 20.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sweet Home Charter School rank in OR?
Sweet Home Charter School ranks #323 of 1,226 schools in OR.
What is Sweet Home Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sweet Home Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Sweet Home Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sweet Home Charter School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Sweet Home Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Sweet Home Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Sweet Home Charter School a Title I school?
No, Sweet Home Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sweet Home Charter School?
60.1% of students at Sweet Home Charter 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 143
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Linn County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.1%
- Phone
- (541) 367-1833
Resources & Links
District
Sweet Home SD 55- District Enrollment
- 2,296
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,465
- District Rank
- #1 of 7
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