Neah-Kah-Nie School District 56

The Neah-Kah-Nie School District 56 in Oregon consists of 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, serving students from preschool through 12th grade. The district's schools have a mix of performance, with some standout schools like Nehalem Elementary School and Neah-Kah-Nie Middle School ranking among the top in the state, while others face challenges with academic performance and high chronic absenteeism rates.

Nehalem Elementary School consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in Oregon, with a 4-star rating and strong academic performance, particularly in English Language Arts and Mathematics. In contrast, Neah-Kah-Nie Middle School also stands out, ranking among the top 56 middle schools in the state, with impressive proficiency rates in English Language Arts. However, the district's high school, Neah-Kah-Nie High School, has a slightly lower four-year graduation rate compared to the state average.

Across the district, the schools face challenges with high chronic absenteeism rates, which are significantly higher than the state average. Additionally, the schools generally perform below the state average in proficiency rates for English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science, with the exception of Nehalem Elementary School and Neah-Kah-Nie Middle School. The district also faces socioeconomic challenges, with high rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch across all schools.