Philomath High School

Philomath High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
2054 Applegate St,  Philomath, OR
Philomath School District
3.7
4.0
469 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Average SAT Score
1230
Average ACT Score
30
Math Proficiency
27%
Reading Proficiency
62%
Average GPA
3.58
Graduation Rate
95%
Annual Tuition
$0

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
A-
Teachers
B-
College Prep
B-
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
A
Sports
B+
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.58
Reading Proficiency
62%
Math Proficiency
27%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
27
Full Time Teachers
27
Teachers in First or Second Year
7.1%
College Prep
Average SAT
1230
Math
610
Verbal
620
Average ACT
30
Math
28
English
30
Reading
31
Science
30
Number of AP Courses
7
AP Pass Rate
95.2%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
30.8%
State Average
43.9%
Science
13.7%
State Average
40.9%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
192:1

Student Diversity

Female
51.3%
Male
48.5%
White
81.7%
Hispanic
8.7%
Two or more races
7.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.1%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Oregon State University 118 Students
Linn-Benton Community College 65 Students
University of Oregon 63 Students
Western Oregon University 42 Students
Portland State University 39 Students
Linfield University 27 Students
University of Washington 25 Students
Pacific University Oregon 25 Students
Willamette University 25 Students
George Fox University 21 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 23 Students
Business 19 Students
Psychology 18 Students
Biology 12 Students
Computer Science 10 Students
Social Work and Youth Services 10 Students
Marketing 9 Students
Environmental Science 9 Students
Criminology 8 Students
Education 8 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.7 49 Reviews
4.0 Alum
12/16/2024
Philomath is a good school, working hard to use the resources they have to give kids a high-quality education.
4.0 Senior
11/12/2024
I have enjoyed my time at Philomath High school. I feel that the teachers are very welcoming and helpful. There is lots of available help with academics, college prep and scholarship assistance. The sports are usually good but there have been issues in the past with coaches and lack of school support.
5.0 Alum
11/11/2024
Philomath is definitely on the better side of schools in that area. Philomath is great with the few problems coming from students or uncontrollable factors.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.0 3 Reviews
4.0 parent
8/12/2010
After 3 years, I do not regret choosing this school district. It is small which has its good and bad points. The good points are that I have close contact with staff and what my child is doing. The bad is that there are limited resources and there is a bit of "good ol' boy" syndrome, meaning some te...
3.0 student
12/19/2008
5.0 student
10/27/2008

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Philomath High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Philomath, OR, in the Philomath neighborhood, and is served by the Philomath School District in Oregon. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 469 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 27% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 62% are proficient in reading. Philomath High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.58, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1230 and an ACT score of 30. The average home value in this area is $490,539. Discover additional schools in the area, like Philomath Middle School, Ashbrook Independent School, Clemens Primary School, and more. Learn more about what Philomath has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Philomath High School.

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