Serving 235 students in grades Kindergarten-6, North Plains Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Plains Elementary School serves the northern part of its school district in North Plains, OR, covering an area of approximately 73.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 12.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Plains Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
North Plains Elementary School's student population of 235 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
235 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
North Plains Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Plains Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#233 out of 1174 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
19%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 23-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 North Plains Elementary School's ranking?
North Plains Elementary School is ranked #233 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are North Plains Elementary School often compared to?
North Plains Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Atfalati Ridge, Bonny Slope Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend North Plains Elementary School?
235 students attend North Plains Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of North Plains Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Plains Elementary School?
North Plains Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Plains Elementary School offer ?
North Plains Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Plains Elementary School part of?
North Plains Elementary School is part of Hillsboro SD 1j School District.
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