In a recent special school board meeting held by Coos Bay Public Schools on March 31, 2025, educators presented a detailed analysis of student performance data, highlighting both progress and ongoing challenges in academic achievement. The meeting focused on the growth trends in math and attendance, as well as behavioral referrals among students.

The principal reported notable improvements in math performance across various grade levels. For instance, third-grade students showed an average growth of 59 points, while fourth and fifth grades recorded 40 and 36 points, respectively. Despite these gains, a significant portion of students still fell below the expected performance levels, with 75% of students in grades three to five initially categorized as "far below" standard benchmarks. The principal emphasized the importance of recognizing these small successes, even as some grades remained in the "red" category, indicating areas needing improvement.

Attendance rates were also discussed, with the school achieving an average daily attendance of 88.08%, just shy of the 90% target set for the year. The principal noted that fifth grade had the highest attendance rates, while Thursday emerged as the best day for student attendance overall. The data revealed that 93 students were regular attendees, while 63 were classified as chronically absent.

Behavioral referrals were another topic of concern, with 8% of students receiving six or more disciplinary referrals. However, the majority of students—83.1%—had zero to one referral, indicating a generally positive behavior trend among the student body.

Board member Gills expressed appreciation for the data presented, noting that it was the most comprehensive information on student achievement the district had ever compiled. He acknowledged the importance of tracking progress over time and urged caution in making judgments based on mid-year data, suggesting that a broader perspective would yield a clearer understanding of trends.

Overall, the meeting underscored the district's commitment to improving student outcomes while recognizing the complexities involved in educational achievement. As the school year progresses, the board and educators will continue to monitor these trends, aiming to enhance both academic performance and student well-being.