Serving 404 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lava Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lava Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lava Ridge Elementary School's student population of 404 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
404 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Lava Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lava Ridge Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#147 out of 1174 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
19%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
74%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lava Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Lava Ridge Elementary School is ranked #147 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Lava Ridge Elementary School?
404 students attend Lava Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Lava Ridge Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lava Ridge Elementary School?
Lava Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lava Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Lava Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lava Ridge Elementary School part of?
Lava Ridge Elementary School is part of Bend-Lapine Administrative SD 1 School District.
In what neighborhood is Lava Ridge Elementary School located?
Lava Ridge Elementary School is located in the Boyd Acres neighborhood of Bend, OR. There are 4 other public schools located in Boyd Acres.
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