Serving 414 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Juniper Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% 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-5
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Juniper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Juniper Elementary School's student population of 414 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
414 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Juniper Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Juniper Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#93 out of 1196 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
17%
25%
Black
n/a
3%
White
77%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Juniper Elementary School's ranking?
Juniper Elementary School is ranked #93 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Juniper Elementary School often compared to?
Juniper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bend International School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Juniper Elementary School?
414 students attend Juniper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Juniper Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Juniper Elementary School?
Juniper Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Juniper Elementary School offer ?
Juniper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Juniper Elementary School part of?
Juniper Elementary School is part of Bend-Lapine Administrative SD 1 School District.
In what neighborhood is Juniper Elementary School located?
Juniper Elementary School is located in the Orchard District neighborhood of Bend, OR. There are 2 other public schools located in Orchard District.
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