LIGHTHOUSE CHARTER SCHOOL
Lighthouse Charter School is a public charter elementary school that is part of the Coos Bay SD 9 school district, located in Coos Bay, OR with about 215 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. With about 13 teachers, Lighthouse Charter School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.
Lighthouse Charter School, located in Coos Bay, Oregon, serves as a tuition-free public charter school dedicated to providing an alternative educational environment for students in grades K-8. The school distinguishes itself through a commitment to small class sizes and a personalized approach to learning, which allows educators to better address the individual academic and social-emotional needs of their students. By fostering a close-knit community, the school emphasizes character development alongside core academics, aiming to create a supportive atmosphere where students feel empowered to take ownership of their educational journeys.
Beyond the traditional curriculum, Lighthouse Charter School integrates hands-on learning experiences and project-based opportunities designed to keep students engaged and curious. The school values strong partnerships between families and staff, encouraging active parental involvement to ensure a collaborative educational experience. By focusing on both rigorous instruction and the cultivation of a safe, inclusive environment, Lighthouse strives to equip its students with the critical thinking skills and confidence necessary for long-term success in high school and beyond.
For more information, contact Lighthouse Charter School at (541) 751-1649 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Coos Bay, OR 97420
(541) 751-1649
LIGHTHOUSE CHARTER SCHOOL is a public Charter school in Coos Bay, OR with about 215 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Oregon
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
-
Yes
Coos Bay SD 9 - District:
- Coos Bay SD 9
- Total Students:
- 215
- Teachers:
- 13.15
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 215 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending LIGHTHOUSE CHARTER SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 81% of the student body.
- White
- 81.4%
- Two or more races
- 5.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 5.6%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 4.7%
- Asian
- 1.9%
- Black or African American
- 0.5%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.5%
- Female
- 53.5%
- Male
- 46.5%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.