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 * Myrtle Creek is located along I-5, about half-way between Medford and Eugene. Myrtle Creek is a mix of old and new subdivisions, business districts, and rural properties **** dotted **** with horse and sheep pastures and hay fields. The community was named for the groves of Oregon myrtle trees growing here. It was first visited by settlers and gold seekers in the 1840's and was originally plotted in 1893. **


 * Since Myrtle Creek is nestled in the heart of Douglas County, the “Timber Capitol of the World,” the wood industries continue to support the majority of Myrtle Creek's 3,437 residents. Other occupations that employ Myrtle Creek families include agriculture (particularly sheep), construction, health care, and the service industry. The median household income is $36,059. The median house cost in Myrtle Creek is $159,191. **


 * Myrtle Creek Elementary has a student population of 306. It's a smaller, quaint school with lively jungle scenes painted on its interior walls. The K-5 school's student ethnicity is made up of 92% Caucasian, 5% Hispanic, and 3% Native American. The average class size is 20. **


 * A large majority of the teachers at Myrtle Creek Elementary are Caucasian women. Of the full-time teaching staff, 50% have a Bachelor Degree and 35% have a Master degree. The average level of experience at Myrtle Creek Elementary is 11 years. Their average salary is $ 41,234. **


 * I love the feeling of this little school. It's friendly and has an "Old-School" type of charm. Its school rules are: Be Safe, Be Responsible, and Be Respectful. It receives Title 1 Funds and 67% of its students receive free or reduced lunches. **

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