Grants Pass Sd 7, OR - District Data

Original Research by School Decision on Grants Pass Sd 7

Grants Pass SD 7 serves a community in southern Oregon, covering the city of Grants Pass and the surrounding area in Josephine County. Homes in the district have values that sit near the national median, and rents have been rising modestly. The district itself is the only one in its county, so there are no neighboring public school districts to compare it against on measures like proficiency or spending. A parent looking at this area will find a single comprehensive district that runs from pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade.

The district enrolls a student body that is predominantly white, with a substantial Hispanic minority and smaller shares of students who identify with two or more races, American Indian or Alaska Native, Asian, Black, and Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander. Data on the share of students who qualify for free or reduced-price meals was not available, nor were counts of students with disabilities or English learners. A family would want to ask the district directly about those supports.

Academically, the state assessment results for the most recent year show that in math, across grades three through eight, roughly a third of students met the proficiency bar. The highest rate was in third grade, and it declined slightly through the upper elementary and middle school years. In English language arts, the picture was stronger in some grades: about half or a little more of students scored proficient in grades five, six, and eight, while third and fourth grade were closer to two-fifths. Science results for fifth and eighth graders showed about a third meeting proficiency. Participation rates on all tests were high, meaning the results reflect nearly the full student population. The district did not provide test data for high school grades, and no graduation rate was available in the data we reviewed.

The district operates a range of schools. There are several elementary schools: Allen Dale, Highland, Lincoln, Redwood, Riverside, and Parkside Elementary. Two middle schools serve upper grades: North Middle School and South Middle School. At the high school level, Grants Pass High School is the comprehensive campus, and Gladiola High School offers an alternative setting. There is also GPFLEX School, which may serve a flexible or alternative program. A parent choosing among these would want to understand the specific offerings and climate of each school, as the data provided does not break down performance by site.

Recent developments in the district are relevant to families. In a recent election, voters approved a capital improvement bond that funds safety and security upgrades, roofing, heating and cooling, and classroom improvements across the district. That bond replaces an expiring levy and will affect property taxes for homeowners. The district has begun construction, with projects scheduled over several years. In addition, the district adopted new elementary reading materials aligned with Oregon’s Early Literacy Framework, a curriculum shift intended to strengthen early reading outcomes. These two changes represent a notable investment in facilities and instruction.

Housing in the area is a mix. Home values are close to the national median, and the cost to buy versus rent leans slightly in favor of renting based on current mortgage rates and rents. The local economy, as reflected in national unemployment and income data, is average for the country. The district’s funding and per-pupil spending could not be compared because it is the only district in Josephine County.

Overall, Grants Pass SD 7 is a mid-sized district with a broad grade span and a single set of academic results that show room for growth, particularly in math and science. The district has made recent moves to upgrade its buildings and reshape its elementary reading curriculum. Families moving into the area will want to look into the specific programs at the high school level and ask about student support services, since those details were not part of the available information.

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District Context

Officially reported figures, 2024-25.

Enrollment

5,675

Grades

PK–12

Schools

Student body

Hispanic 17%

Black 0%

White 73%

Asian 1%

Two+ 8%

Am. Indian / AK Native 1%

Hawaiian / Pac. Isl. 0%

By economic status

Percent proficient by grade, as reported

Economically disadvantaged

Not disadvantaged

ELA

Gr 3

27%

46%

Gr 4

33%

51%

Gr 5

37%

60%

Gr 6

42%

63%

Gr 7

29%

47%

Gr 8

35%

63%

Math

Gr 3

25%

49%

Gr 4

30%

45%

Gr 5

18%

45%

Gr 6

15%

41%

Gr 7

21%

37%

Gr 8

22%

39%

Science

Gr 5

24%

42%

Gr 8

24%

46%

Schools in this District

11 schools are officially reported under this district.

Allen Dale Elementary School

Highland Elementary School

Lincoln Elementary School

North Middle School

Redwood Elementary School

Riverside Elementary School

South Middle School

Grants Pass High School

Parkside Elementary

GPFLEX School

Gladiola High School

Academic Performance

Percent of students meeting or exceeding state standards, by grade.

Mathematics

6 grades reported

37%

Grade 3

37%

Grade 4

30%

Grade 5

29%

Grade 6

31%

Grade 7

32%

Grade 8

English Language Arts

6 grades reported

37%

Grade 3

42%

Grade 4

48%

Grade 5

53%

Grade 6

39%

Grade 7

52%

Grade 8

Science

2 grades reported

33%

Grade 5

38%

Grade 8

Housing & Real Estate

Data as of April 2026 | District-weighted from constituent ZIP codes

Home Values

Typical home value$400,235

Year-over-year change-0.1%

Range across 2 ZIP codes$386K to $411K

vs. state typical0.80x

vs. national typical1.09x

Home value trend (12 months)

ZIP code home values (2 ZIP codes)

ZIP	City	Value	YoY	Weight
97527	Grants Pass	$411K	-0.6%	55.4%
97526	Grants Pass	$386K	+0.4%	44.6%

Rental Market

Typical monthly rent$1,672/mo

Year-over-year change+2.5%

Range across 2 ZIP codes$1,658 to $1,684/mo

Rent trend (12 months)

ZIP code rents (2 ZIP codes)

ZIP	City	Rent/mo	YoY	Weight
97527	Grants Pass	$1,684	+3.6%	55.4%
97526	Grants Pass	$1,658	+1.0%	44.6%

Affordability

Est. monthly mortgage (20% down at 6.48%)$2,020/mo

Home price / national median income4.8x

Annual rent / national median income24.0%

Est. mortgage exceeds rent by$347/mo

Comparison

State typical home value$501,661 (-0.7% YoY)

National typical home value$368,198 (+0.6% YoY)

State ZHVI trend (12 months)

National ZHVI trend (12 months)

Economic Context

30-year fixed mortgage rate6.48%

National unemployment rate4.3%

National median household income$83,730

CPI: Rent of shelter (index)447.05

30-year fixed mortgage rate (12 months)

National unemployment rate (12 months)

National median household income (12 months)

CPI: Rent of shelter (index) (12 months)

Sources: Zillow Home Value Index and Zillow Observed Rent Index (Zillow Group), Realtor.com via Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis (FRED)

Data Currently Unavailable

Civil Rights Data (CRDC)

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