Serving 502 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Nyssa Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 35% (which is higher 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 14:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 502 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nyssa Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Nyssa school district, covering approximately 371.1 square miles in Nyssa, OR. The zone typically requires a 20-30 minute drive to reach the school, with an average distance of 18 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 33.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nyssa Elementary School's student population of 502 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
502 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nyssa 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 Nyssa Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#714 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
72%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
25%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.1%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nyssa Elementary School's ranking?
Nyssa Elementary School is ranked #714 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Nyssa Elementary School often compared to?
Nyssa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Adrian Elementary School, Vale High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% 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 Nyssa Elementary School?
502 students attend Nyssa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Nyssa Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nyssa Elementary School?
Nyssa Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Nyssa Elementary School offer ?
Nyssa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nyssa Elementary School part of?
Nyssa Elementary School is part of Nyssa SD 26 School District.
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