Banks High School is a public high school in Banks, Oregon, United States.
Serving 387 students in grades 9-12, Banks High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Oregon state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 30% in OR)
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Banks High School's student population of 387 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Colors
White, Gold
School Rankings
The diversity score of Banks High School is 0.35, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)21-39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-79%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
11%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
80%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Brave
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Banks High School often compared to?
Banks High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forest Grove High School, Beaverton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% OR state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Banks High School?
The graduation rate of Banks High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Banks High School?
387 students attend Banks High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Banks High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Banks High School?
Banks High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Banks High School offer ?
Banks High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Banks High School part of?
Banks High School is part of Banks SD 13 School District.
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