Gaston Junior/Senior High School is a public high school in Gaston, Oregon, United States.
Serving 246 students in grades 7-12, Gaston Jr/sr High 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gaston Jr/sr High School's student population of 246 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
246 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gaston Jr/sr High 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 Gaston Jr/sr High School is 0.38, 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
#1053 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
18%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
77%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.3%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Greyhound
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gaston Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Gaston Jr/sr High School is ranked #1053 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gaston Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Gaston Jr/sr High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Gaston Jr/sr High School?
246 students attend Gaston Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Gaston Jr/sr High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gaston Jr/sr High School?
Gaston Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gaston Jr/sr High School offer ?
Gaston Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gaston Jr/sr High School part of?
Gaston Jr/sr High School is part of Gaston SD 511j School District.
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