Serving 96 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Wallowa Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than 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 32:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 96 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 32:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wallowa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Wallowa Elementary School's student population of 96 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 70% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
96 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wallowa Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 740 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wallowa Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#84 out of 740 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
32:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
6%
25%
Black
n/a
2%
White
91%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Wallowa Elementary School's ranking?
Wallowa Elementary School is ranked #84 out of 740 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% 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).
How many students attend Wallowa Elementary School?
96 students attend Wallowa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Wallowa Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wallowa Elementary School?
Wallowa Elementary School has a student ration of 32:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wallowa Elementary School offer ?
Wallowa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Wallowa Elementary School part of?
Wallowa Elementary School is part of Wallowa SD 12 School District.
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