Serving 408 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Park 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 34% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Park Elementary School serves the west part of Hermiston, OR, covering an area of approximately 30.1 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of about 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located around 7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Park Elementary School's student population of 408 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
408 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
West Park 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 West Park Elementary School is 0.45, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#722 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
70%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
26%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.2%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
10%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Park Elementary School's ranking?
West Park Elementary School is ranked #722 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are West Park Elementary School often compared to?
West Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunset Elementary School, Rocky Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend West Park Elementary School?
408 students attend West Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of West Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Park Elementary School?
West Park Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Park Elementary School offer ?
West Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Park Elementary School part of?
West Park Elementary School is part of Hermiston SD 8 School District.
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