Serving 432 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Juniper Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 67% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% 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: 432 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Juniper Elementary School serves the northern part of Bend, OR, covering an area of approximately 3.3 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Juniper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Juniper Elementary School's student population of 432 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
432 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres
School Rankings
Juniper Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Juniper Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#113 out of 1174 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
16%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
74%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.5%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
8%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Juniper Elementary School's ranking?
Juniper Elementary School is ranked #113 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Juniper Elementary School often compared to?
Juniper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bend International School by visitors of our site.
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 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Juniper Elementary School?
432 students attend Juniper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Juniper Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Juniper Elementary School?
Juniper Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Juniper Elementary School offer ?
Juniper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Juniper Elementary School part of?
Juniper Elementary School is part of Bend-Lapine Administrative SD 1 School District.
In what neighborhood is Juniper Elementary School located?
Juniper Elementary School is located in the Orchard District neighborhood of Bend, OR. There are 2 other public schools located in Orchard District.
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