Washington Elementary School

1205 Se Byers Ave
Pendleton, OR 97801
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 425 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 top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (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 17:1 is equal to 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 42% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 425 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 51%
  • : Bottom 50% in OR
  • : 29% (Top 50%)
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Washington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Washington Elementary School's student population of 425 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
425 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers

School Rankings

Washington Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,196 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.
This School
State Level (OR)
#646 out of 1196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
29%
31%
40%
44%
35-39%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
22%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
19%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
49%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.68
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
8%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Washington Elementary School's ranking?
Washington Elementary School is ranked #646 out of 1,196 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?
29% 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?
425 students attend Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Washington Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are American Indian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Elementary School?
Washington Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to 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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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 425 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 51%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 29% (Top 50%)
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

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