Serving 384 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Highland School At Kenwood Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Highland School at Kenwood Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Bend, OR, encompassing approximately 1,596.6 square miles. Families may typically expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 25.7 miles from the school to the closest edge of the zone, and the furthest edge reaching up to 45.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland School At Kenwood 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
Highland School At Kenwood Elementary School's student population of 384 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
384 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Highland School At Kenwood Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland School At Kenwood Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#6 out of 1174 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
2%
26%
White
91%
57%
Two or more races
6%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.4%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland School At Kenwood Elementary School's ranking?
Highland School At Kenwood Elementary School is ranked #6 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Highland School At Kenwood Elementary School often compared to?
Highland School At Kenwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like High Lakes Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Highland School At Kenwood Elementary School?
384 students attend Highland School At Kenwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Highland School At Kenwood Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland School At Kenwood Elementary School?
Highland School At Kenwood Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Highland School At Kenwood Elementary School offer ?
Highland School At Kenwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highland School At Kenwood Elementary School part of?
Highland School At Kenwood Elementary School is part of Bend-Lapine Administrative SD 1 School District.
In what neighborhood is Highland School At Kenwood Elementary School located?
Highland School At Kenwood Elementary School is located in the River West neighborhood of Bend, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in River West.
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