Serving 447 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Elk Meadow Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to 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 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elk Meadow Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Elk Meadow Elementary School's student population of 447 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
447 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elk Meadow Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elk Meadow Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#173 out of 1196 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
13%
25%
Black
1%
2%
White
80%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elk Meadow Elementary School's ranking?
Elk Meadow Elementary School is ranked #173 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Elk Meadow Elementary School often compared to?
Elk Meadow Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pine Ridge Elementary School, Sage Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Elk Meadow Elementary School?
447 students attend Elk Meadow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Elk Meadow Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% 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 Elk Meadow Elementary School?
Elk Meadow Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Elk Meadow Elementary School offer ?
Elk Meadow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Elk Meadow Elementary School part of?
Elk Meadow Elementary School is part of Bend-Lapine Administrative SD 1 School District.
In what neighborhood is Elk Meadow Elementary School located?
Elk Meadow Elementary School is located in the Southwest Bend neighborhood of Bend, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Southwest Bend.
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