Serving 413 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rocky Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 1% in OR)
- Reading Proficiency: 53%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rocky Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Rocky Heights Elementary School's student population of 413 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
413 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Rocky Heights Elementary School is 0.54, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)52%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)53%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
58%
25%
Black
n/a
2%
White
35%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
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 schools are Rocky Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Rocky Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunset Elementary School, Desert View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
How many students attend Rocky Heights Elementary School?
413 students attend Rocky Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Rocky Heights Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% 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 (offers virtual instruction).
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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