South Lane SD 45J3

District Overview
Located in the Eugene-Springfield metropolitan region, South Lane School District 45J3 is an active, traditional public school system headquartered at 455 Adams in Cottage Grove, Oregon. Serving a community setting categorized as a distant town, the district manages nine operational schools that offer a comprehensive educational continuum from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. As a traditional public entity operating outside of charter or supervisory union structures, the district provides a stable academic foundation for local families, combining early childhood preparation with robust elementary, middle, and high school pathways.

During the 2024–2025 academic year, the district supports a student body of 2,715 learners, reflecting a diverse student population composed predominantly of White students alongside notable Hispanic, multiracial, American Indian, Asian, Black, and Pacific Islander communities. To foster academic growth and holistic student well-being, South Lane maintains a comprehensive workforce comprising approximately 877 full-time equivalent staff members. This includes a dedicated instructional team of over 309 full-time equivalent teachers, more than 51 instructional aides, and nearly 517 support personnel, ensuring that students across all grade levels benefit from well-supported classrooms and tailored educational services.
9
Total Schools
2,715
Total Students
309.4
Full-Time Teachers
8.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for South Lane SD 45J3
Demographic Student Count
White2,111
Hispanic407
Black11
Asian21
Two or More103
American Indian50
Pacific Islander4
  • White
    2,111 (78.0%)
  • Hispanic
    407 (15.0%)
  • Two or More
    103 (3.8%)
  • American Indian
    50 (1.8%)
  • Asian
    21 (0.8%)
  • Black
    11 (0.4%)
  • Pacific Islander
    4 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in South Lane SD 45J3
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary4
Middle1
High2
Other3
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:2 Charter Schools
Number of schools:9
Students:2,715*
Teachers (FTE):309.4*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:8.8