Serving 327 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Highland Hills 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 top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Highland Hills Elementary School's student population of 327 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
327 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Highland Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Hills Elementary School is 0.54, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#368 out of 1196 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
45%
25%
Black
n/a
3%
White
51%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Highland Hills Elementary School is ranked #368 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Highland Hills Elementary School?
327 students attend Highland Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Highland Hills Elementary School students are White, 45% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highland Hills Elementary School?
Highland Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Highland Hills Elementary School offer ?
Highland Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Highland Hills Elementary School part of?
Highland Hills Elementary School is part of Hermiston SD 8 School District.
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