Serving 195 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Joan Austin Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 195 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Joan Austin Elementary School serves the eastern part of Newberg, OR, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joan Austin Elementary School's student population of 195 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
195 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Joan Austin Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joan Austin Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#457 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.6%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
12%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 15-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 Joan Austin Elementary School's ranking?
Joan Austin Elementary School is ranked #457 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Joan Austin Elementary School?
195 students attend Joan Austin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Joan Austin Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joan Austin Elementary School?
Joan Austin Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Joan Austin Elementary School offer ?
Joan Austin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joan Austin Elementary School part of?
Joan Austin Elementary School is part of Newberg SD 29j School District.
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