Serving 443 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Newby Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Newby Elementary School's student population of 443 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
443 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
McMinnville School District will honor, empower, and prepare each individual to thrive and contribute.
School Rankings
Newby Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newby Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#444 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
40%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
52%
57%
Two or more races
6%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newby Elementary School's ranking?
Newby Elementary School is ranked #444 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Newby Elementary School often compared to?
Newby Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Willamette Elementary School, Memorial Elementary School, Sue Buel Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Newby Elementary School?
443 students attend Newby Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Newby Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newby Elementary School?
Newby Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Newby Elementary School offer ?
Newby Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newby Elementary School part of?
Newby Elementary School is part of Mcminnville SD 40 School District.
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