For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 400 students in Gold Beach, OR.
The top-ranked public schools in Gold Beach, OR are Gold Beach Jr/sr High School and Riley Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gold Beach, OR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Gold Beach have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public school average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Gold Beach, OR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gold Beach Jr/sr High School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
29516 Ellensburg Ave
Gold Beach, OR 97444
(541) 247-6647
Gold Beach, OR 97444
(541) 247-6647
Gr: 7-12 | 188 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Riley Creek Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
94350 6th St
Gold Beach, OR 97444
(541) 247-6604
Gold Beach, OR 97444
(541) 247-6604
Gr: PK-6 | 212 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Gold Beach, OR?
The top-ranked public schools in Gold Beach, OR include Gold Beach Jr/sr High School and Riley Creek Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Gold Beach?
2 public schools are located in Gold Beach.
What is the racial composition of students in Gold Beach?
Gold Beach public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
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