For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 174 students in Nehalem, OR.
The top-ranked public school in Nehalem, OR is Nehalem Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Nehalem, OR public school have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Nehalem have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Nehalem, OR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nehalem Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
36300 8th St
Nehalem, OR 97131
(503) 355-3650
Nehalem, OR 97131
(503) 355-3650
Gr: PK-5 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Nehalem, OR?
The top-ranked public schools in Nehalem, OR include Nehalem Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Nehalem?
1 public schools are located in Nehalem.
What is the racial composition of students in Nehalem?
Nehalem public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
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