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#549 of 1,226 schools in OR
Top 45% in state
Willamette Elementary School
Elementary School · McMinnville SD 40
1600 SW Fellows St, Mcminnville, OR 97128
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oregon schools
#549 of 1,226
In Mcminnville
#5 of 8
public schools
In district
#6 of 9
McMinnville SD 40
Equity
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About Willamette Elementary School
Willamette Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mcminnville, OR, part of McMinnville SD 40. Willamette Elementary School serves approximately 446 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Willamette Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #549 of 1,226 schools in OR.
Structured state assessment records for Willamette Elementary School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- OR avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
43% of students at Willamette 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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Willamette Elementary School — Students at Willamette Elementary School score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.8/10.
How Willamette Elementary School Compares
See how Willamette Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1600 SW Fellows St, Mcminnville, OR 97128
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Willamette Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Memorial Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Yamhill Carlton Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Carlton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wascher Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Lafayette), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mcminnville, see our Mcminnville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Newby Elementary School Mcminnville | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Duniway Middle School Mcminnville | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Sue Buel Elementary Mcminnville | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| MCMINNVILLE ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mcminnville | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Memorial Elementary School Mcminnville | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| MCMINNVILLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Mcminnville | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mcminnville | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| McMinnville High School Mcminnville | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| MCMINNVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mcminnville | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Patton Middle School Mcminnville | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Grandhaven Elementary School Mcminnville | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Amity Elementary School Amity | 5.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Amity High School Amity | 5.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Amity Middle School Amity | 6.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Yamhill Carlton Elementary School Carlton | 6.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Wascher Elementary School Lafayette | 6.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Dayton Jr High School Dayton | 6.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Dayton High School Dayton | 6.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Dayton Grade School Dayton | 6.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Yamhill Carlton Intermediate School Yamhill | 9.9 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97128 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,055
Median Home Value
$419,200
Median Rent
$1,295/mo
Population
38,625
College Educated
28.4%
Homeownership
64.7%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Median Age
40.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Eastwood Elementary School Roseburg, OR | 6.6 |
| Hartley Elementary School Portland, OR | 6.6 |
| James Templeton Elementary School Tigard, OR | 6.6 |
| M A Lynch Elementary School Redmond, OR | 6.6 |
| Rocky Heights Elementary School Hermiston, OR | 6.6 |
| Tobias Elementary School Aloha, OR | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Willamette Elementary School
What grades does Willamette Elementary School serve?
Willamette Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Willamette Elementary School?
Willamette Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 446 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Willamette Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Willamette Elementary School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Willamette Elementary School rank in OR?
Willamette Elementary School ranks #549 of 1,226 schools in OR.
What is Willamette Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Willamette Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Willamette Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Willamette Elementary School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Willamette Elementary School a charter school?
No, Willamette Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Willamette Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Willamette Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Willamette Elementary School?
67.0% of students at Willamette 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
- 446
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Yamhill County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.3%
- Phone
- (503) 565-4600
Resources & Links
District
McMinnville SD 40- District Enrollment
- 6,429
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,375
- District Rank
- #6 of 9
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