Serving 121 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Childs Way Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 54%).
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 121 students
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in OR)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Childs Way Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Childs Way Charter School's student population of 121 students has grown by 157% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
121 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Motto
Child's Way believes that all people have strengths and talents.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Childs Way Charter School is 0.29, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥50%
54%
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
4%
26%
White
84%
57%
Two or more races
6%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.1%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
67%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Childs Way Charter School often compared to?
Childs Way Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Academy For Character Education, Arts And Technology Academy At Jefferson, Ridgeline Montessori by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Childs Way Charter School?
The graduation rate of Childs Way Charter School is 50%, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Childs Way Charter School?
121 students attend Childs Way Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Childs Way Charter School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What grades does Childs Way Charter School offer ?
Childs Way Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Childs Way Charter School part of?
Childs Way Charter School is part of South Lane SD 45j3 School District.
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