The top reported proficiency rate is 40% in Science. The lowest is 32% in Math.
Original Research by School Decision on North Bay Elementary School
North Bay Elementary School is a regular public school in North Bend, Oregon, serving kindergarten through fifth grade. It is part of the North Bend School District 13. The school sits in a city that, according to publicly reported sources, is a mix of residential and commercial, with a historically working-class character rooted in timber, shipbuilding, and fishing, and a growing tourism and hospitality sector shaped in part by the Coquille Indian Tribe’s businesses, including a casino and hotel. The area has seen a modest population decline in recent years, and housing values here are roughly in line with the national median home price.
The student body at North Bay Elementary is predominantly white, with a noticeable share of students who identify as Hispanic. Smaller groups include students who are American Indian or Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, Asian, or two or more races. A substantial majority of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a community with considerable economic need. Data on English learner status and special education enrollment were not available in the information reviewed, so a parent may want to ask the school directly about those supports.
Academically, North Bay Elementary participates in Oregon’s statewide assessment system. In the most recent testing year, the school’s performance across subjects and grades showed a mixed picture. In English language arts, results varied by grade: one grade level had proficiency near the middle of the scale, another was lower, and one was higher. In math, proficiency was strongest at the early grade and dropped notably in the middle and upper elementary grades. Science, tested only in fifth grade, fell in a moderate range. Only one year of assessment data was available, so no trend can be described.
When placed alongside other districts in Coos County, North Bay Elementary’s overall proficiency across tested subjects and grades sits above the midpoint among the seven districts in the county. That context matters because the county comparison set is relatively small, and a position slightly above the middle suggests solid but not exceptional academic outcomes relative to nearby peers. Since North Bay Elementary serves only elementary grades, there is no graduation rate to report, which is typical for schools of this grade span.
The school environment and support structures are less documented in the information provided. Details on discipline rates, staffing ratios, course access, and attendance patterns were not available. The district itself, based on the research conducted, did not have any major recent changes such as bond measures, curriculum overhauls, or boundary adjustments to report. That means the district may be operating in a steady state, but a family looking for specifics on class size, enrichment offerings, or student support programs would need to contact the school or district directly.
For a family considering North Bay Elementary, the school offers a standard elementary program in a small coastal city with a modest cost of living. Housing in the area is slightly more affordable than the Oregon state median, and rents are reasonable relative to local incomes, which may appeal to families on a budget. The city’s compact downtown and waterfront amenities provide some walkable options, though the school itself is likely on a separate campus. The student body reflects the broader community’s economic and demographic makeup, with a high rate of economic disadvantage. Academically, the school’s performance in English and math is uneven by grade, and a parent may want to investigate which grades show stronger results and what interventions exist for the weaker areas, particularly in upper elementary math. The broader county context is moderately favorable, but the single year of data limits what can be said about trajectory. Overall, North Bay Elementary is a neighborhood school serving a working-class coastal community, with some academic bright spots and some areas that invite further inquiry.
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