Serving 154 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Trails Outdoor School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 154 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Trails Outdoor School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Trails Outdoor School's student population of 154 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
154 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
TRAILS: Inspiring our students to deepen their connection with the Earth through integrity, the arts, stewardship, and authentic learning experiences.
School Rankings
Trails Outdoor 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 Trails Outdoor School is 0.33, 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
#194 out of 1174 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
9%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
81%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Trails Outdoor School's ranking?
Trails Outdoor School is ranked #194 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Trails Outdoor School often compared to?
Trails Outdoor Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Helman Elementary School, Bellview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Trails Outdoor School?
154 students attend Trails Outdoor School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Trails Outdoor School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Trails Outdoor School?
Trails Outdoor School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Trails Outdoor School offer ?
Trails Outdoor School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Trails Outdoor School part of?
Trails Outdoor School is part of Ashland SD 5 School District.
School Reviews
2 3/23/2021
It's a great school for younger students, but not for older kids, grades 6, 7, 8. The teacher of the older kids is ill-equipped to teach all the subjects at that level. Also, she contributes to bullying in her classroom by name calling and making fun of the students she doesn't like. It's well known that Marcia chooses her favorites and if your child isn't one of them, plan on them having lots of struggles, with little to no support from the administration.
5 8/1/2015
At the younger ages, JMS is marvelous! For the older kids though, they tend to get bored. The 6/7/8 grade teacher is not capable of managing that wide range of ages and properly teaching core subjects. Great for younger kids...but switch to the middle school for the oldrers.
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