Serving 320 students in grades Kindergarten-6, West Union 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Oregon state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Union Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
West Union Elementary School's student population of 320 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
320 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Union Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 740 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Union Elementary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#402 out of 740 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
33%
25%
Black
6%
2%
White
43%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Union Elementary School's ranking?
West Union Elementary School is ranked #402 out of 740 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are West Union Elementary School often compared to?
West Union Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lenox Elementary School, Quatama Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% OR state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% OR state average).
How many students attend West Union Elementary School?
320 students attend West Union Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of West Union Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Union Elementary School?
West Union Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Union Elementary School offer ?
West Union Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is West Union Elementary School part of?
West Union Elementary School is part of Hillsboro SD 1j School District.
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