Serving 185 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Heppner Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 40-44% (which is higher than 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 185 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Heppner Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Heppner, OR, covering approximately 1,369.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 21.4 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 30.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heppner Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Heppner Elementary School's student population of 185 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
185 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Heppner Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heppner Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#282 out of 1174 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
6%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
92%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
1%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.4%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heppner Elementary School's ranking?
Heppner Elementary School is ranked #282 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Heppner Elementary School?
185 students attend Heppner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Heppner Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heppner Elementary School?
Heppner Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Heppner Elementary School offer ?
Heppner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Heppner Elementary School part of?
Heppner Elementary School is part of Morrow SD 1 School District.
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