Serving 25 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Black Butte Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OR
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Black Butte Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Black Butte Elementary School's student population of 25 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
25 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Year Founded
1951
School Rankings
Black Butte Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Black Butte Elementary School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#251 out of 1174 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
8%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
76%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
16%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black Butte Elementary School's ranking?
Black Butte Elementary School is ranked #251 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Black Butte Elementary School?
25 students attend Black Butte Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Black Butte Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Black Butte Elementary School?
Black Butte Elementary School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Black Butte Elementary School offer ?
Black Butte Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Black Butte Elementary School part of?
Black Butte Elementary School is part of Black Butte School District 41.
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