For the 2025 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 (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: PK-5
| 174 students
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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