Serving 382 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- 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%)
- 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 382 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
382 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 21, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026
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 0.15, 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
#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
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
2%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
92%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
382 students attend Highland School At Kenwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Highland School At Kenwood Elementary School students are White, 5% 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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