Serving 442 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rocky Heights Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% 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: 442 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rocky Heights Elementary School's student population of 442 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
442 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
School Motto
Together, we forge a path of educational success.
School Rankings
Rocky Heights 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 Rocky Heights Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#839 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
67%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
28%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
17%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rocky Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Rocky Heights Elementary School is ranked #839 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Rocky Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Rocky Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunset Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Rocky Heights Elementary School?
442 students attend Rocky Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Rocky Heights Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rocky Heights Elementary School?
Rocky Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rocky Heights Elementary School offer ?
Rocky Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rocky Heights Elementary School part of?
Rocky Heights Elementary School is part of Hermiston SD 8 School District.
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