Serving 1,516 students in grades 9-12, Willamette High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Oregon state average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,516 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 30% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willamette High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Willamette High School's student population of 1,516 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,516 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Willamette High 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 Willamette High School is 0.58, 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
#497 out of 1196 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
26%
25%
Black
2%
3%
White
59%
59%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willamette High School's ranking?
Willamette High School is ranked #497 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Willamette High School often compared to?
Willamette High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sheldon High School, South Eugene High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Willamette High School?
The graduation rate of Willamette High School is 88%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Willamette High School?
1,516 students attend Willamette High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Willamette High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willamette High School?
Willamette High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Willamette High School offer ?
Willamette High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Willamette High School part of?
Willamette High School is part of Bethel SD 52 School District.
In what neighborhood is Willamette High School located?
Willamette High School is located in the Bethel Danebo neighborhood of Eugene, OR. There are 6 other public schools located in Bethel Danebo.
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