Excellent
#137 of 1,226 schools in OR
Top 11% in state
Welches Elementary School
Elementary School · Oregon Trail SD 46
PO Box 547, Sandy, OR 97055
Enrollment
182
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
182
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oregon schools
#137 of 1,226
In Sandy
#2 of 10
public schools
In district
#2 of 10
Oregon Trail SD 46
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Welches Elementary School
Welches Elementary School is a public elementary school in Sandy, OR, part of Oregon Trail SD 46. Welches Elementary School serves approximately 182 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Welches Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #137 of 1,226 schools in OR.
Structured state assessment records for Welches Elementary School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 8.0
- OR avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 182 students, Welches 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.
Welches 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.
45% of students at Welches Elementary School 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
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Welches Elementary School — Students at Welches Elementary 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
59.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)
Based on 26 test records from OR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.
How Welches Elementary School Compares
See how Welches Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 547, Sandy, OR 97055
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Welches Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mount Pleasant School (rated 9.2/10, 20.5 miles away, in nearby Washougal), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Sandy Grade School (rated 8.9/10, 15.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Oregon Trail Academy (rated 8.5/10, 18.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sandy, see our Sandy schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 23.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Welches Middle School Sandy | 0.1 mi | 7.5 |
| WY EAST MOUNTAIN ACADEMY Sandy | 5.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Firwood Elementary School Sandy | 13.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Skamania Elementary Skamania | 19.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Sandy Grade School Sandy | 15.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Cedar Ridge Middle School Sandy | 16.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Cascade Locks School Cascade Locks | 22.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Sandy High School Sandy | 16.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Stevenson Elementary Stevenson | 24.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Preschool Stevenson | 24.5 mi | — |
| Mount Pleasant School Washougal | 20.5 mi | 9.2 |
| Oregon Trail Academy Sandy | 18.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Stevenson High School Stevenson | 24.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Kelso Elementary School Sandy | 18.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Estacada High School Estacada | 19.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Estacada Middle School Estacada | 19.1 mi | 3.5 |
| Clackamas River Elementary School Estacada | 19.1 mi | 4.8 |
| River Mill Elementary School Estacada | 19.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Cape Horn Skye Elementary Washougal | 23.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Canyon Creek Middle School Washougal | 23.1 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97055 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$105,696
Median Home Value
$472,900
Median Rent
$1,573/mo
Population
20,131
College Educated
26.4%
Homeownership
82.9%
Avg Commute
33.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.3%
Median Age
39.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A RENAISSANCE SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Portland, OR | 8.6 |
| Ferndale Elementary School Milton-Freewater, OR | 8.6 |
| Malin Elementary School Malin, OR | 8.6 |
| Multi-sensory Instruction Teaching Children Hands-On (MITCH) Tualatin, OR | 8.6 |
| Nehalem Elementary School Nehalem, OR | 8.6 |
| Oregon Trail Academy Sandy, OR | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Welches Elementary School
What grades does Welches Elementary School serve?
Welches Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Welches Elementary School?
Welches Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 182 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Welches Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Welches Elementary School is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Welches Elementary School rank in OR?
Welches Elementary School ranks #137 of 1,226 schools in OR.
What is Welches Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Welches Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Welches Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Welches Elementary School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Welches Elementary School a charter school?
No, Welches Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Welches Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Welches Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Welches Elementary School?
59.9% of students at Welches 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 182
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Clackamas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.5%
- Phone
- (503) 622-3165
Resources & Links
District
Oregon Trail SD 46- District Enrollment
- 4,316
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,105
- District Rank
- #2 of 10
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