The top reported proficiency rate is 55% in English language arts. The lowest is 40% in Science.
Original Research by School Decision on Antonia Crater Elementary School
Antonia Crater Elementary School is a regular public elementary school serving kindergarten through fifth grade in Newberg, Oregon, part of the Newberg school district. It is one of six elementary schools in a district that also runs two middle schools and two high schools. The school sits within Newberg, a city that blends residential, commercial, and industrial uses and serves as the commercial center for the Chehalem Valley and eastern Yamhill County. Agriculture, manufacturing, and tourism shape the local economy, with the city acting as a gateway to Willamette Valley wineries. George Fox University occupies the center of town, and increasing numbers of residents commute to Portland and its close-in suburbs as the city has grown steadily with those strengthened economic connections.
Academically, the school's state assessment results from the most recent testing year place it in the top quartile for overall proficiency across tested subjects and grades relative to districts in Yamhill County. This is a real strength for families comparing elementary options. The data shows that across the grades tested, English language arts proficiency is the standout subject. Fifth graders notably demonstrate strong reading and writing skills, while third and fourth graders perform at a more moderate level. In math, performance is consistent across grades three through five but sits at a lower level than reading, suggesting that while students are building solid foundations, there is room for growth. Science, which is tested only in fifth grade, shows a softer result, and a parent may want to ask the school about its science curriculum and how it prepares students for that assessment. Only a single year of state testing data was available, so no trend direction can be established.
The student body is predominantly white, with Hispanic students forming the next largest group, followed by students who identify as two or more races. Smaller shares of students are Black, Asian, American Indian or Alaska Native, or Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander. A substantial segment of the student population qualifies for free or reduced-price lunch, reflecting economic diversity within the school community. Data on students with disabilities and English learners was not reported in the available filing, so a reader with specific interest in those supports may want to check with the school directly.
No chronic absenteeism data was available for this school, and because it serves only elementary grades, there is no graduation rate to report. The school's size is typical for its grade band, and it is a regular public school, not a charter or magnet. The district, Newberg SD 29J, recently undertook a major capital construction bond program that voters approved. That bond has funded safety upgrades, seismic retrofits, classroom modernizations, and a new elementary school, so families enrolling now will find school environments shaped by recent investment in facilities.
Newberg itself offers a mix of housing options typical of a growing Willamette Valley city, with home values and rents reflecting the region's broader market. The city's economy is anchored by A-dec, a dental equipment manufacturer that has long been the largest employer, along with George Fox University, Providence Newberg Medical Center, and hospitality and treatment facilities. The city has not had passenger rail service since the 1930s, though OR 99W and the Newberg-Dundee Bypass handle regional traffic, and many residents commute to the Portland metro area.
For a family choosing an elementary school in this district, Antonia Crater stands out for its strong English language arts results and for being among the higher-performing schools in the county for overall proficiency. The math and science scores suggest areas where a parent may want to understand how the school is addressing those subjects. The school serves a diverse student body in terms of economic background, sits in a community with a mix of industry and higher education, and benefits from district-wide facility improvements funded by a recent bond.
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