For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 523 students in Vernonia, OR.
The top-ranked public schools in Vernonia, OR are Vernonia High School, Vernonia Middle School and Vernonia Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Vernonia, OR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Vernonia have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public school average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Vernonia, OR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vernonia High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Missouri Ave
Vernonia, OR 97064
(503) 429-1333
Vernonia, OR 97064
(503) 429-1333
Gr: 9-12 | 178 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Vernonia Middle School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Missouri Ave
Vernonia, OR 97064
(503) 429-1333
Vernonia, OR 97064
(503) 429-1333
Gr: 6-8 | 139 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
Vernonia Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Missouri Ave
Vernonia, OR 97064
(503) 429-1333
Vernonia, OR 97064
(503) 429-1333
Gr: K-5 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Vernonia, OR?
The top-ranked public schools in Vernonia, OR include Vernonia High School, Vernonia Middle School and Vernonia Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Vernonia?
3 public schools are located in Vernonia.
What is the racial composition of students in Vernonia?
Vernonia public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
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