Serving 229 students in grades 3-5, Mcgovern 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 229 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: McGovern Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Winston, OR, encompassing an area of approximately 239.9 square miles. Parents can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being 16.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mcgovern Elementary School's student population of 229 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
229 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Mcgovern Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcgovern Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#896 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
12%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
78%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
67%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcgovern Elementary School's ranking?
Mcgovern Elementary School is ranked #896 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Mcgovern Elementary School?
229 students attend Mcgovern Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Mcgovern Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% 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 Mcgovern Elementary School?
Mcgovern Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mcgovern Elementary School offer ?
Mcgovern Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcgovern Elementary School part of?
Mcgovern Elementary School is part of Winston-Dillard SD 116 School District.
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