Summary:
The city of Dorena, Oregon is home to two schools: Dorena School, a public elementary school serving grades K-8, and Childs Way Charter School, a public charter school serving grades K-12. Based on the available data, Dorena School appears to be the standout performer in the area, consistently outpacing state and district averages in standardized test scores for English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.
Dorena School has 82 students enrolled and a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 10.5 to 1, compared to 12.5 to 1 at Childs Way Charter School. The school also spends significantly more per student ($33,095) than Childs Way Charter School ($21,617), which may contribute to its stronger academic performance. In 2023-2024, 50% of Dorena School's 3rd graders and 57.1% of 5th graders scored proficient or better in ELA, exceeding the state averages of 39% and 46.9%, respectively.
While the data provides limited information about Childs Way Charter School, the significant differences in per-student spending and student-teacher ratios between the two schools suggest that Dorena School is the primary choice for families in the Dorena area. However, the high free and reduced lunch rate at Dorena School (71.95%) raises questions about equity and the resources available to support economically disadvantaged students in the community. Further analysis would be needed to fully understand the educational landscape and identify opportunities for improvement across all schools in the South Lane School District 45J3.
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