Serving 418 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Chenowith 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chenowith Elementary School serves the northern part of The Dalles, OR, covering an area of approximately 88.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 11.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chenowith Elementary School's student population of 418 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
418 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chenowith 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 Chenowith Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#1041 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
58%
26%
White
36%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.7%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and White
School Mascot
Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chenowith Elementary School's ranking?
Chenowith Elementary School is ranked #1041 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Chenowith Elementary School often compared to?
Chenowith Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dry Hollow Elementary School, Colonel Wright Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Chenowith Elementary School?
418 students attend Chenowith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Chenowith Elementary School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chenowith Elementary School?
Chenowith Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chenowith Elementary School offer ?
Chenowith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chenowith Elementary School part of?
Chenowith Elementary School is part of North Wasco County SD 21 School District.
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