Serving 138 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lookingglass Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower 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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 138 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19%
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50% in OR)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lookingglass Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Lookingglass Elementary School's student population of 138 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
138 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lookingglass Elementary School is 0.27, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)15-19%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
5%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
85%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
8%
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 schools are Lookingglass Elementary School often compared to?
Lookingglass Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brockway Elementary School, Hucrest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Lookingglass Elementary School?
138 students attend Lookingglass Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Lookingglass Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lookingglass Elementary School?
Lookingglass Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lookingglass Elementary School offer ?
Lookingglass Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lookingglass Elementary School part of?
Lookingglass Elementary School is part of Winston-Dillard SD 116 School District.
School Reviews
5 8/10/2013
Good school and teachers:)
5 11/15/2012
Graded #1 school in Douglas County due to attendance test scores and overall achievments. My daughter started in Pre-K and is now in 5th grade couldnt be happier with her schooling
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