Serving 420 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Washington Elementary 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 25% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 420 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Washington Elementary School serves the northern part of Pendleton, OR, covering an area of approximately 88.5 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 14.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington Elementary School's student population of 420 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
420 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Every student, every day
School Rankings
Washington Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Elementary School is 0.68, which is more 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
#721 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
21%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
19%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
49%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.9%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Elementary School's ranking?
Washington Elementary School is ranked #721 out of 1,174 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?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Washington Elementary School?
420 students attend Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Washington Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are American Indian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Elementary School?
Washington Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Washington Elementary School offer ?
Washington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Elementary School part of?
Washington Elementary School is part of Pendleton SD 16 School District.
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