For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 631 students in 97850, OR.
The top ranked public high school in 97850, OR is La Grande High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 97850 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Oregon public high school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 97850, OR have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 97850 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the Oregon average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is La Grande High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Oregon or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public high school average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97850, OR Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
La Grande High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
708 K Ave
La Grande, OR 97850
(541) 663-3301
La Grande, OR 97850
(541) 663-3301
Gr: 9-12 | 628 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: n/an/a
58231 Oregon Hwy 244
La Grande, OR 97850
(541) 962-1828
La Grande, OR 97850
(541) 962-1828
Gr: 9-12 | 3 students Minority enrollment: 33%
97850, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Union County Education Center (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
10214 Wallowa Lake Hwy
La Grande, OR 97850
(541) 963-0920
La Grande, OR 97850
(541) 963-0920
Gr: 9-12
1305 Willow St
La Grande, OR 97850
(541) 663-3555
La Grande, OR 97850
(541) 663-3555
Gr: K-6 | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 97850, OR?
The top ranked public high schools in 97850, OR include La Grande High School.
How many public high schools are located in 97850?
2 public high schools are located in 97850.
What is the racial composition of students in 97850?
97850 public high schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public high schools average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
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