ÿÈÕ³Ô¹Ï

Santiam Canyon School District 129j

150 Sw Evergreen St
Mill City, OR 97360
(District boundaries shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%

Top Rankings

Santiam Canyon School District 129j ranks among the top 20% of public school district in Oregon for:

Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Highest science proficiency (Top 20%)
For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,678 students in Santiam Canyon School District 129j. This district's average elementary testing ranking is 8/10, which is in the top 30% of public elementary schools in Oregon.
Public Elementary Schools in Santiam Canyon School District 129j have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Oregon public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 44% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public elementary school average of 41% (majority Hispanic).

Overview

This School District
This State (OR)
# Schools
3 Schools
1,027 Schools
# Students
2,678 Students
367,441 Students
# Teachers
148 Teachers
20,839 Teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
18:1

Student By Grade

District Rank

Santiam Canyon School District 129j, which is ranked within the top 30% of all 185 school districts in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2022-2023 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 67% has increased from 59% over five school years.
This School District
State Average (OR)
#48 out of 187 school districts
(Top 30%)
33%
31%
49%
44%
41%
30%
67%
81%

Students by Ethnicity:

0.52
0.59
% American Indian
2%
1%
% Asian
2%
4%
% Hispanic
17%
25%
% Black
2%
2%
% White
67%
59%
% Hawaiian
1%
1%
% Two or more races
9%
8%
All Ethnic Groups

District Revenue and Spending

The revenue/student of $24,003 is higher than the state median of $18,279. The school district revenue/student has grown by 105% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $27,014 is higher than the state median of $19,325. The school district spending/student has grown by 94% over four school years.
This School District
This State (OR)
Total Revenue
$64 MM
$9,902 MM
Spending
$72 MM
$10,468 MM
Revenue / Student
$24,003
$18,279
Spending / Student
$27,014
$19,325

Best Santiam Canyon School District 129j Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oregon Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
833 Nw Santiam Blvd
Mill City, OR 97360
(503) 897-2272
Gr: K-12 | 2,111 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Santiam Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
450 Sw Evergreen St
Mill City, OR 97360
(503) 897-2368
Gr: K-5 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
Santiam Junior/senior High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
300 Sw Cedar St
Mill City, OR 97360
(503) 897-2311
Gr: 6-12 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 26%

Recent Articles

Year-Round Schooling in 2026: Updated Parent Guide
Year-Round Schooling in 2026: Updated Parent Guide
Explore the latest 2026 data, trends, costs, and parent planning tips in the ongoing debate over year-round schooling vs the traditional calendar.
No Child Left Behind: Past, Present, and Future of U.S. School Policy
No Child Left Behind: Past, Present, and Future of U.S. School Policy
Explore how No Child Left Behind evolved into ESSA, what it means for 2025‑26 schooling, and what parents need to know about testing, admissions planning, and funding.
Understanding Public School Fees & Optional Costs Guide
Understanding Public School Fees & Optional Costs Guide
Discover what public school fees are required versus optional, with 2026 updates for parents, students, and educators on budgeting and planning.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • District size: 3 schools
  • Grades: PK-12
  • Enrollment: 2,678 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 33%
  • : 67% (Btm 50% in OR)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 33% (Top 30%)
  • : 49% (Top 30%)
  • : 41% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

Quick Links