SAMS VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Sams Valley Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Central Point SD 6 school district, located in Central Point, OR with about 324 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 14 teachers, Sams Valley Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 23:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Sams Valley Elementary School, located in Central Point, Oregon, is a rural community-focused school serving students within the Central Point School District 6. The school prides itself on fostering a nurturing and inclusive learning environment that emphasizes both academic growth and the development of strong character. By leveraging its unique location and relatively small class sizes, the school aims to provide personalized instruction that meets the diverse needs of its student body while maintaining close ties with the surrounding community.

Academically, the school follows the district’s comprehensive curriculum, focusing on core competencies in literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. Beyond the classroom, Sams Valley Elementary places a significant emphasis on social-emotional learning and student engagement, often integrating hands-on projects and community-building activities into the daily routine. With a mission rooted in preparing students for middle school success, the staff works collaboratively to create a safe, supportive, and stimulating environment that encourages curiosity and long-term academic achievement.

For more information, contact Sams Valley Elementary School at (541) 494-6870 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.