Serving 264 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Parkdale Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parkdale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Parkdale Elementary School's student population of 264 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
264 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Every student graduates with the knowledge and courage to learn, serve, and pursue their dreams.
School Rankings
Parkdale Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkdale Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#753 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
49%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
48%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkdale Elementary School's ranking?
Parkdale Elementary School is ranked #753 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Parkdale Elementary School?
264 students attend Parkdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Parkdale Elementary School students are Hispanic, 48% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parkdale Elementary School?
Parkdale Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Parkdale Elementary School offer ?
Parkdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parkdale Elementary School part of?
Parkdale Elementary School is part of Hood River County School District.
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