Serving 192 students in grades 9-12, Vernonia High School ranks in the top 30% 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Oregon state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 192 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vernonia High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Vernonia High School's student population of 192 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
192 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vernonia High School ranks within the top 30% of all 740 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vernonia High School is 0.31, 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
#202 out of 740 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
8%
25%
Black
1%
2%
White
83%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vernonia High School's ranking?
Vernonia High School is ranked #202 out of 740 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Vernonia High School often compared to?
Vernonia High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St Helens High School, Scappoose High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% OR state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vernonia High School?
The graduation rate of Vernonia High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Vernonia High School?
192 students attend Vernonia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Vernonia High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vernonia High School?
Vernonia High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Vernonia High School offer ?
Vernonia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Vernonia High School part of?
Vernonia High School is part of Vernonia SD 47j School District.
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