Serving 228 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Gaston Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher 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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gaston Elementary School's student population of 228 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
228 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
30 acres
School Motto
Home of the Greyhounds
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Gaston Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gaston Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#367 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
12%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
85%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.9%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gaston Elementary School's ranking?
Gaston Elementary School is ranked #367 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Gaston Elementary School?
228 students attend Gaston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Gaston Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gaston Elementary School?
Gaston Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gaston Elementary School offer ?
Gaston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gaston Elementary School part of?
Gaston Elementary School is part of Gaston SD 511j School District.
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