Serving 115 students in grades 7-12, South Wasco County 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 115 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Wasco County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
South Wasco County High School's student population of 115 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
115 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Wasco County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 740 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Wasco County High School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#418 out of 740 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
9%
25%
Black
1%
2%
White
75%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Wasco County High School's ranking?
South Wasco County High School is ranked #418 out of 740 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% OR state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Wasco County High School?
The graduation rate of South Wasco County High School is 80%, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend South Wasco County High School?
115 students attend South Wasco County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of South Wasco County High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Wasco County High School?
South Wasco County High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Wasco County High School offer ?
South Wasco County High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Wasco County High School part of?
South Wasco County High School is part of South Wasco County SD 1 School District.
School Reviews
4 7/29/2020
So, this schools alright, the kids at least. Most of the teachers act like they belong in the high school themselves, including the only name I'm putting on here, Hull stop being the way you are.
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