Nyssa High School is a high school located in Nyssa, Oregon, United States. It is in the Nyssa School District.
Serving 335 students in grades 9-12, Nyssa High School ranks in the top 20% 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher 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 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 10% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nyssa High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Nyssa High School's student population of 335 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
335 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nyssa High 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 Nyssa High School is 0.44, 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
#227 out of 1174 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
70%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
27%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.2%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nyssa High School's ranking?
Nyssa High School is ranked #227 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nyssa High School?
The graduation rate of Nyssa High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Nyssa High School?
335 students attend Nyssa High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Nyssa High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nyssa High School?
Nyssa High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Nyssa High School offer ?
Nyssa High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nyssa High School part of?
Nyssa High School is part of Nyssa SD 26 School District.
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