Logos Public Charter School has record-high graduation rate of 98.7% for 2023-24 Logos Public Charter School announced its highest graduation rate in school history, reaching 98.7% for the 2023-24 academic year, officials said Thursday. “This milestone reaffirms Logos’ commitment to academic excellence and student success,” a news release said. “This achievement is a testament to the dedication of our students, families, staff, and educators,” Sheryl Zimmerer, executive director of Logos Public Charter School, said in the release. “We have worked tirelessly to provide individualized learning opportunities, robust support systems, and a nurturing educational environment. Seeing our students thrive and reach this milestone at such a high rate is incredibly rewarding.” Logos Public Charter School is the only school in the state recognized as a Cognia School of Distinction, according to the release. “Logos remains committed to innovation and student-centered learning. The 98.7% graduation rate reflects the school’s emphasis on personalized education, strong community partnerships, and a team of dedicated educators who go above and beyond to support students on their academic journeys,” the journey said. “This accomplishment not only showcases our students’ perseverance but also highlights the effectiveness of our educational model,” Zimmerer added. “We are incredibly proud of this graduating class and look forward to continuing our mission of empowering students for success in college, careers, and beyond.”

Local districts by the numbers Numbers reflect change in “four-year cohort grad rate” from 2022-23 school year to 2023-24 Ashland School District 90.0% to 89.2% Eagle Point School District 81.8% to 81.3% Eagle Point District Crater Lake Academy, 92.3% to 100% Eagle Point High School, 98.1% to 96.7% Upper Rogue Center for Education 32.4% to 23.4% Phoenix-Talent School District 90.1% to 86.7% Phoenix High School 93.5% to 94.8% Armadillo Community Charter School 71.4% to 42.9% Central Point School District (all students) 77.9% to 76.8% Crater Academy of Health and Public Service 75.7% to 77.8% Crater Renaissance Academy 71.6% to 73.1% Crater School of Business Innovation 87.6% to 79.3% Medford School District 85% to 85.3% South Medford High School 88.8% to 88.5% North Medford High School 86.1% to 87.4% MSD Innovations Academy 71.2% to 61.9% Logos Public Charter School 97.3% to 98.7% Butte Falls School District 83.3% to 75.0% Rogue River School District 79.6% to 82.3%

Medford graduation rate increases slightly, district reports The Medford School District’s graduation rate saw a slight increase, with 85.3% of the Class of 2024 graduating on time, outpacing the state average of 81%, according to a district news release. “While we continue to have work to do, we are incredibly proud of our students, teachers, staff, and families who work tirelessly to ensure students cross the stage and graduate ready for college or a career,” Superintendent Bret Champion said in the release. MSD’s graduation rate remains one of the highest among the state’s 10 largest school districts, surpassing districts such as Portland Public Schools and Bend-La Pine, according to MSD officials. English Learners successes “A standout achievement in this year’s graduation data is the remarkable progress of English Learners (ELs). The graduation rate for students who learned English as a second language while in school jumped from 62% to 80%, reflecting some of the highest growth in the state of Oregon,” the release said. “Our system isn’t dependent on just one or two people — it’s a collective effort,” said Deputy Superintendent Jeanne Grazioli, who oversees teaching and learning. “We have after-school programs, summer programs, and strong partnerships with our community. We’ve also designed engaging high school courses with thoughtful scheduling, ensuring students can pursue their interests while meeting graduation requirements.” MSD has strengthened its early intervention systems, proactively identifying and supporting students who are credit deficient before they fall too far behind, according to the release. Additionally, the district has invested in professional learning for school leaders and teachers to enhance classroom instruction, benefiting students across all learning levels, MSD officials said. “Beyond academics, the district recognizes the importance of a safe and supportive school environment in helping students succeed. Through initiatives focused on school belonging and mental health support, MSD continues to create an atmosphere where every student feels valued and motivated to graduate,” the release said. According to the release, students enrolled in Career Technical Education (CTE) programs also saw 92.8% graduation rates on time, exceeding the state average. CTE concentrators — students who complete multiple courses in a CTE pathway — achieved a graduation rate of over 95%, the release said. “Additionally, MSD’s graduation rate for students experiencing homelessness reached 67.8%, significantly higher than the state average of 61.3%,” MSD officials said. For students with disabilities, MSD’s graduation rate reached 75.2%, well above the state average of 68.8%, the release noted. “This marks an impressive nearly 12% increase from last year, reflecting the district’s ongoing commitment to ensuring all students, regardless of ability, receive the support they need to succeed,” the release said.

Students in Oregon’s class of 2024, who started high school online in the midst of a global pandemic, surpassed expectations and graduated at a rate slightly higher than their peers in 2023 and significantly higher than predicted four years ago.

At the start of the pandemic, less than 74% of these students were on track to graduate in four years. But last year, nearly 82% graduated on time, the second highest in state history, according to data released Thursday by the Oregon Department of Education.

“Students and staff overcame all the obstacles that COVID-19 threw in their path,” Oregon Department of Education Director Charlene Williams said in a news release. “We are seeing results, but we know much more needs to be done so that every child is set up for success, not only to find their path to graduation, but to thrive in their educational experience.”

The class of 2024 included about 38,700 students — about 1,000 more graduates than the class of 2023, which boasted about an 81% graduation rate. The rate has not budged much or only made small gains since the pandemic, and it is still below that of the pre-pandemic class of 2019. In that class, 85% of students graduated on time, marking a high for Oregon.

The 2024 graduation rate ticked up despite state and national assessment tests showing Oregon students are struggling to make progress in key subjects and rebound from achievement losses from the pandemic. That class also had some of the worst attendance rates in the state’s recent history. About one-third of Oregon students missed at least 16 days out of 160 or more days during the 2023-24 school year and were considered “chronically absent.” Before the pandemic, about 20% of students were considered chronically absent.

More to the picture

Williams said assessment tests and attendance data tell only part of the picture.

Over the last decade, the state has seen a growing number of students across all racial and ethnic categories enroll in Advanced Placement, or AP, courses, with more of those students earning high and college credit-worthy scores on AP exams. There has also been an increase in the number of students enrolled in Career and Technical Education, or CTE, classes. Those students tend to have the highest graduation rate in the state — around 98% of them graduated on time in 2024.

English-language learners, special education students and students in foster care also achieved some of the biggest gains in graduation rates in 2024.

Students for whom English is not a first language graduated at higher rates — nearly 88% — when they completed an English-language learner program before entering high school, the data found.

And students in foster care graduated at a record rate of 51% in 2024, and nearly 69% of special education students graduated, also a state record. Ten years ago, just over 50% of students with disabilities graduated in four years in Oregon, according to Oregon Department of Education data.

Overall, the state’s graduation rate in 2024 was nearly 10 percentage points higher than it was in 2014. Alaska Native and English Language learners graduated in 2024 at rates about 20 percentage points higher than they did 10 years ago, and Black and Latino students graduated at rates about 15 percentage points higher in 2024 than in 2014.

“This news is about resilience and dedication,” Gov. Tina Kotek said in a news release. “I’m proud of the class of 2024 and the educators and parents who didn’t give up on students.”

The Medford School District’s graduation rate saw a slight increase, with 85.3% of the Class of 2024 graduating on time,  outpacing the state average of 81%, according to a district news release.

“While we continue to have work to do, we are incredibly proud of our students, teachers, staff, and families who work tirelessly to ensure students cross the stage and graduate ready for college or a career,” Superintendent Bret Champion said in the release.

MSD’s graduation rate remains one of the highest among the state’s 10 largest school districts, surpassing districts such as Portland Public Schools and Bend-La Pine, according to MSD officials.

English Learners successes

“A standout achievement in this year’s graduation data is the remarkable progress of English Learners (ELs). The graduation rate for students who learned English as a second language while in school jumped from 62% to 80%, reflecting some of the highest growth in the state of Oregon,” the release said.

“Our system isn’t dependent on just one or two people — it’s a collective effort,” said Deputy Superintendent Jeanne Grazioli, who oversees teaching and learning. “We have after-school programs, summer programs, and strong partnerships with our community. We’ve also designed engaging high school courses with thoughtful scheduling, ensuring students can pursue their interests while meeting graduation requirements.”

MSD has strengthened its early intervention systems, proactively identifying and supporting students who are credit deficient before they fall too far behind, according to the release.

Additionally, the district has invested in professional learning for school leaders and teachers to enhance classroom instruction, benefiting students across all learning levels, MSD officials said.

“Beyond academics, the district recognizes the importance of a safe and supportive school environment in helping students succeed. Through initiatives focused on school belonging and mental health support, MSD continues to create an atmosphere where every student feels valued and motivated to graduate,” the release said.

According to the release, students enrolled in Career Technical Education (CTE) programs also saw 92.8% graduation rates on time, exceeding the state average.

CTE concentrators — students who complete multiple courses in a CTE pathway — achieved a graduation rate of over 95%, the release said.

“Additionally, MSD’s graduation rate for students experiencing homelessness reached 67.8%, significantly higher than the state average of 61.3%,” MSD officials said.

For students with disabilities, MSD’s graduation rate reached 75.2%, well above the state average of 68.8%, the release noted.

“This marks an impressive nearly 12% increase from last year, reflecting the district’s ongoing commitment to ensuring all students, regardless of ability, receive the support they need to succeed,” the release said.

Numbers reflect change in “four-year cohort grad rate” from 2022-23 school year to 2023-24

Ashland School District

90.0% to 89.2%

Eagle Point School District

81.8% to 81.3%

• Eagle Point District Crater Lake Academy, 92.3% to 100%
• Eagle Point High School, 98.1% to 96.7%
• Upper Rogue Center for Education 32.4% to 23.4%

Phoenix-Talent School District

90.1% to 86.7%

• Phoenix High School 93.5% to 94.8%
• Armadillo Community Charter School 71.4% to 42.9%

Central Point School District (all students)

77.9% to 76.8%

• Crater Academy of Health and Public Service 75.7% to 77.8%
• Crater Renaissance Academy 71.6% to 73.1%
• Crater School of Business Innovation 87.6% to 79.3%

Medford School District

85% to 85.3%

• South Medford High School 88.8% to 88.5%
• North Medford High School 86.1% to 87.4%
• MSD Innovations Academy 71.2% to 61.9%

Logos Public Charter School

97.3% to 98.7%

Butte Falls School District

83.3% to 75.0%

Rogue River School District

79.6% to 82.3%

Logos Public Charter School announced its highest graduation rate in school history, reaching 98.7% for the 2023-24 academic year, officials said Thursday.

“This milestone reaffirms Logos’ commitment to academic excellence and student success,” a news release said.

“This achievement is a testament to the dedication of our students, families, staff, and educators,” Sheryl Zimmerer, executive director of Logos Public Charter School, said in the release. “We have worked tirelessly to provide individualized learning opportunities, robust support systems, and a nurturing educational environment. Seeing our students thrive and reach this milestone at such a high rate is incredibly rewarding.”

Logos Public Charter School is the only school in the state recognized as a Cognia School of Distinction, according to the release.

“Logos remains committed to innovation and student-centered learning. The 98.7% graduation rate reflects the school’s emphasis on personalized education, strong community partnerships, and a team of dedicated educators who go above and beyond to support students on their academic journeys,” the journey said.

“This accomplishment not only showcases our students’ perseverance but also highlights the effectiveness of our educational model,” Zimmerer added. “We are incredibly proud of this graduating class and look forward to continuing our mission of empowering students for success in college, careers, and beyond.”