Serving 537 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Nyssa 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 35% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% 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: 537 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nyssa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Nyssa Elementary School's student population of 537 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
537 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nyssa Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nyssa Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#713 out of 1196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
70%
25%
Black
n/a
3%
White
28%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nyssa Elementary School's ranking?
Nyssa Elementary School is ranked #713 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Nyssa Elementary School often compared to?
Nyssa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vale High School, Adrian Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Nyssa Elementary School?
537 students attend Nyssa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Nyssa Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nyssa Elementary School?
Nyssa Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Nyssa Elementary School offer ?
Nyssa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Nyssa Elementary School part of?
Nyssa Elementary School is part of Nyssa SD 26 School District.
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