Serving 312 students in grades Kindergarten-6, West Union 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 58% 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-6
- Enrollment: 312 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Union Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
West Union Elementary School's student population of 312 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
312 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Union 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 West Union Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#487 out of 1196 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
34%
25%
Black
6%
3%
White
42%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Union Elementary School's ranking?
West Union Elementary School is ranked #487 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are West Union Elementary School often compared to?
West Union Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lenox Elementary School, Quatama Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend West Union Elementary School?
312 students attend West Union Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of West Union Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Union Elementary School?
West Union Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Union Elementary School offer ?
West Union Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is West Union Elementary School part of?
West Union Elementary School is part of Hillsboro SD 1j School District.
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