Serving 11 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Diamond Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 56%).
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1% in OR)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Diamond Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Diamond Elementary School's student population of 11 students has grown by 120% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
11 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Diamond Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)≥50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)≥50%
56%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
27%
25%
Black
n/a
3%
White
73%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% OR state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 56% OR state average).
How many students attend Diamond Elementary School?
11 students attend Diamond Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Diamond Elementary School students are White, and 27% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Diamond Elementary School offer ?
Diamond Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Diamond Elementary School part of?
Diamond Elementary School is part of Diamond SD 7 School District.
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