At a glance
Reported students
1,215
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
58.17
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
20.9:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Oregon high enrollment
78th percentile
Compared with 267 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
354
Thurston High School: 1,215 reported students.
State peer staffing position
72nd percentile
20.9:1 reported; state peer median 18.2:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,294
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Student–teacher ratio
- 27:1
What the reported data says about Thurston High School
Thurston High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Springfield. It is one of 21 current school records connected to Springfield SD 19. NCES reports 1,215 students for 2024–25.
Among 267 high schools in Oregon with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 342 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 78th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 20.9:1, above the Oregon median of 18.2:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (73.9%) and Hispanic or Latino (17%). English learners represent 1.5% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 12%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 5 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Thurston High School
- 1How do the reported 20.9:1 student–teacher ratio and 58.17 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 4 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 1.5%
- Students with disabilities
- 12%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 65.4%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 4
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White73.9%
- Hispanic17%
- Black0.6%
- Asian0.7%
- American Indian / Alaska Native1.4%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.5%
- Multiracial5.7%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
5 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Springfield SD 19
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Springfield High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,229 reported students
Willamette Leadership Academy
High · Grades 06–12
258 reported students
Academy of Arts and Academics
High · Grades 09–12
231 reported students
Gateways High School
High · Grades 09–12
101 reported students
Hamlin Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
573 reported students
Thurston Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
524 reported students
Public schools near Thurston High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gateways High School High · Springfield SD 19 | 09–12 | 101 | 4.3 mi |
| Springfield High School High · Springfield SD 19 | 09–12 | 1,229 | 4.5 mi |
| Academy of Arts and Academics High · Springfield SD 19 | 09–12 | 231 | 4.6 mi |
| Willamette Leadership Academy High · Charter · Springfield SD 19 | 06–12 | 258 | 5.6 mi |
| Twin Rivers Charter School High · Charter · Eugene SD 4J | 08–12 | 55 | 6.3 mi |
| Pleasant Hill High School High · Pleasant Hill SD 1 | 06–12 | 530 | 6.4 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Thurston High School
What grades does Thurston High School serve?
Thurston High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Springfield SD 19.
How many students attend Thurston High School?
Thurston High School reported 1,215 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 78th percentile among 267 Oregon high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,294 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Thurston High School?
The calculated ratio is 20.9:1, based on 1,215 students and 58.17 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Oregon median for the same school level is 18.2:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Thurston High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Thurston High School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Springfield SD 19 attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Thurston High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
65.4% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Thurston High School in?
Thurston High School is part of Springfield SD 19, based in Springfield, OR, which operates 21 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Thurston High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Gateways High School (4.3 mi), Springfield High School (4.5 mi), Academy of Arts and Academics (4.6 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.