Vern Patrick Elementary School

3001 Sw Obsidian
Redmond, OR 97756
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 333 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Vern Patrick Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 333 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 28%
  • : Top 50% in OR
  • : 30-34% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 30%)
  • : Vern Patrick Elementary School serves the northeast part of Redmond, OR, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Most families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 0.9 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

School Overview

Vern Patrick Elementary School's student population of 333 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
333 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
School Motto
I keep what I have by giving it away.

School Rankings

Vern Patrick Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vern Patrick Elementary School is 0.43, 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.
This School
State Level (OR)
#543 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
30-34%
31%
40-44%
44%
35-39%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
22%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
72%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
0.43
(22-23)
35.7%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
67%
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: Panther Cubs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Vern Patrick Elementary School's ranking?
Vern Patrick Elementary School is ranked #543 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Vern Patrick Elementary School often compared to?
Vern Patrick Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ensworth Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Vern Patrick Elementary School?
333 students attend Vern Patrick Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Vern Patrick Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vern Patrick Elementary School?
Vern Patrick Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Vern Patrick Elementary School offer ?
Vern Patrick Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Vern Patrick Elementary School part of?
Vern Patrick Elementary School is part of Redmond SD 2j School District.

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 333 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 28%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 30-34% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 30%)
  • : Vern Patrick Elementary School serves the northeast part of Redmond, OR, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Most families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 0.9 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

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