Serving 140 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Haines Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 140 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Haines Elementary School serves the northwest part of Baker City, OR, covering an area of approximately 48.9 square miles. Families in this zone typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 17.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Haines Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Haines Elementary School's student population of 140 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
140 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
A Bright Future Begins Here
School Rankings
Haines Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Haines Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#122 out of 1174 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.3%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
9%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Haines Elementary School's ranking?
Haines Elementary School is ranked #122 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Haines Elementary School?
140 students attend Haines Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Haines Elementary School students are White, 9% 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 Haines Elementary School?
Haines Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Haines Elementary School offer ?
Haines Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Haines Elementary School part of?
Haines Elementary School is part of Baker SD 5j School District.
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