Serving 574 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gilham Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gilham Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
School Overview
Gilham Elementary School's student population of 574 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
574 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Motto
Building on the past, creating the future.
School Rankings
Gilham Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gilham Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#230 out of 1174 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
12%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
69%
58%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
13%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gilham Elementary School's ranking?
Gilham Elementary School is ranked #230 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Gilham Elementary School often compared to?
Gilham Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Holt Elementary School, Willagillespie Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Gilham Elementary School?
574 students attend Gilham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Gilham Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gilham Elementary School?
Gilham Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gilham Elementary School offer ?
Gilham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gilham Elementary School part of?
Gilham Elementary School is part of Eugene School District 4j.
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