Serving 3 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Big Muddy 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 3:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 3 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OR
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Big Muddy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Big Muddy Elementary School's student population of 3 students has declined by 70% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
3 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Big Muddy 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 Big Muddy Elementary School is 0.00, 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%
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
100%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
8%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Muddy Elementary School's ranking?
Big Muddy 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 Big Muddy Elementary School?
3 students attend Big Muddy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Big Muddy Elementary School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Big Muddy Elementary School?
Big Muddy Elementary School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Big Muddy Elementary School offer ?
Big Muddy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Big Muddy Elementary School part of?
Big Muddy Elementary School is part of Jefferson County SD 509j School District.
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