Pendleton High School is a public high school located in Pendleton, Oregon, United States. Pendleton photographer Walter S. Bowman photographed some of the school's teams in the early 20th century.
Serving 773 students in grades 9-12, Pendleton High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 773 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 30% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pendleton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pendleton High School's student population of 773 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
773 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Colors
Green, Gold
School Rankings
Pendleton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pendleton High School is 0.50, 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
#724 out of 1196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
8%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
13%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
69%
58%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bucky
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pendleton High School's ranking?
Pendleton High School is ranked #724 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Pendleton High School often compared to?
Pendleton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcloughlin High School, Weston-mcewen High School, Hermiston High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pendleton High School?
The graduation rate of Pendleton High School is 90%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Pendleton High School?
773 students attend Pendleton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Pendleton High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pendleton High School?
Pendleton High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pendleton High School offer ?
Pendleton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pendleton High School part of?
Pendleton High School is part of Pendleton SD 16 School District.
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