Serving 89 students in grades 9-12, Nixyaawii Community School ranks in the top 30% 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% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 89 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nixyaawii Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Nixyaawii Community School's student population of 89 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
89 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nixyaawii Community School ranks within the top 30% of all 740 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nixyaawii Community School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#210 out of 740 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
76%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
11%
25%
Black
1%
2%
White
5%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nixyaawii Community School's ranking?
Nixyaawii Community School is ranked #210 out of 740 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% OR state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nixyaawii Community School?
The graduation rate of Nixyaawii Community School is 80%, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Nixyaawii Community School?
89 students attend Nixyaawii Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Nixyaawii Community School students are American Indian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nixyaawii Community School?
Nixyaawii Community School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Nixyaawii Community School offer ?
Nixyaawii Community School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Nixyaawii Community School part of?
Nixyaawii Community School is part of Pendleton SD 16 School District.
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