Serving 155 students in grades 7-12, Heppner Junior/senior High School ranks in the top 30% 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 155 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heppner Junior/senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Heppner Junior/senior High School's student population of 155 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
155 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Heppner Junior/senior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heppner Junior/senior High School is 0.35, 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
#311 out of 1196 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
16%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
79%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heppner Junior/senior High School's ranking?
Heppner Junior/senior High School is ranked #311 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Heppner Junior/senior High School?
The graduation rate of Heppner Junior/senior High School is 90%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Heppner Junior/senior High School?
155 students attend Heppner Junior/senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Heppner Junior/senior High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heppner Junior/senior High School?
Heppner Junior/senior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Heppner Junior/senior High School offer ?
Heppner Junior/senior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Heppner Junior/senior High School part of?
Heppner Junior/senior High School is part of Morrow SD 1 School District.
School Reviews
5 7/27/2012
Hi My name is Sukrit Itarasiri or Suarez, I really like the school and would like to attend for senior year. Last time I was an exchange student in Heppner and attended this school. Can you let me know if you still have space available and what do I need to do. Please reply back soon...Thank you
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