Serving 80 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South Wasco County 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 80 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Wasco County Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
South Wasco County Elementary School's student population of 80 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
80 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Wasco County 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 South Wasco County Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#817 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
5%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
85%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Wasco County Elementary School's ranking?
South Wasco County Elementary School is ranked #817 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend South Wasco County Elementary School?
80 students attend South Wasco County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of South Wasco County Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Wasco County Elementary School?
South Wasco County Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Wasco County Elementary School offer ?
South Wasco County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Wasco County Elementary School part of?
South Wasco County Elementary School is part of South Wasco County SD 1 School District.
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