For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 356 students in Heppner, OR.
The top-ranked public schools in Heppner, OR are Heppner Elementary School and Heppner Junior/senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Heppner, OR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Heppner have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public school average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Heppner, OR (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Heppner Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
235 E Standsbury
Heppner, OR 97836
(541) 676-9128
Heppner, OR 97836
(541) 676-9128
Gr: K-6 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Heppner Junior/senior High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
710 Nw Morgan St
Heppner, OR 97836
(541) 676-9138
Heppner, OR 97836
(541) 676-9138
Gr: 7-12 | 171 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Heppner, OR?
The top-ranked public schools in Heppner, OR include Heppner Elementary School and Heppner Junior/senior High School.
How many public schools are located in Heppner?
2 public schools are located in Heppner.
What is the racial composition of students in Heppner?
Heppner public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
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