WELCHES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Welches Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Oregon Trail SD 46 school district, located in Welches, OR with about 209 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 10 teachers, Welches Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.
Welches Elementary School, located in the scenic community of Welches, Oregon, serves as a central hub for primary education within the Oregon Trail School District. Situated along the Salmon River, the school is uniquely positioned in a rural, mountainous environment that fosters a close-knit, community-oriented atmosphere. It provides a foundational learning experience for students in the surrounding area, emphasizing both academic development and a strong connection to the unique natural landscape of the Mt. Hood corridor.
As part of the Oregon Trail School District, the school is dedicated to preparing students for future success through a curriculum that balances core academics with supportive social-emotional growth. The faculty and staff are committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive environment where students are encouraged to engage actively in their education. By leveraging its distinct location and district resources, Welches Elementary strives to empower young learners to become confident, responsible, and curious members of their community.
For more information, contact Welches Elementary School at (503) 622-3165 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Welches, OR 97067
(503) 622-3165
WELCHES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Welches, OR with about 209 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Oregon
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Oregon Trail SD 46
- Total Students:
- 209
- Teachers:
- 10.6
- 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
- Title I schoolwide 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 209 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending WELCHES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 81% of the student body.
- White
- 81.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 13.9%
- Two or more races
- 4.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.5%
- Female
- 48.3%
- Male
- 51.7%
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.