Summary:
The Springfield School District 19 in Oregon is home to 12 elementary schools serving students from kindergarten through 5th grade. The district showcases a mix of high-performing and struggling schools, with several standout institutions leading the way.
Thurston Elementary School consistently ranks among the top 20% of Oregon elementary schools, earning 4 out of 5 stars from SchoolDigger. It boasts significantly higher test scores than the district and state averages across English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science. In contrast, Riverbend Elementary School struggles, with only 22.7% of 5th graders proficient in ELA in 2024-2025, compared to Thurston's 75.9%. These disparities highlight the need for the district to address the root causes of performance gaps.
Socioeconomic factors appear to play a role, as schools with higher free/reduced lunch rates, such as Two Rivers Dos Rios Elementary (95.74%) and Guy Lee Elementary (93.71%), tend to have lower academic proficiency rates. Additionally, higher-spending schools, like Walterville Elementary ($25,799 per student) and Maple Elementary ($24,995 per student), generally perform better, suggesting that increased funding and resources could help improve outcomes across the district.
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