For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,869 students in the neighborhood of Larkspur, Bend, OR.
The top-ranked public schools in Larkspur are Bear Creek Elementary School and Bend Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The neighborhood of Larkspur, Bend, OR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 44% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public school average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of Larkspur, Bend, OR (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bear Creek Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
51 Se 13th St
Bend, OR 97702
(541) 355-1400
Bend, OR 97702
(541) 355-1400
Gr: K-5 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Bend Senior High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
230 Ne 6th St
Bend, OR 97701
(541) 355-3700
Bend, OR 97701
(541) 355-3700
Gr: 9-12 | 1,204 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Larkspur, Bend, OR?
The top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Larkspur, Bend, OR include Bear Creek Elementary School and Bend Senior High School.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of Larkspur, Bend?
2 public schools are located in the neighborhood of Larkspur, Bend.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of Larkspur, Bend?
the neighborhood of Larkspur, Bend public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
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