Serving 435 students in grades Kindergarten-5, High Lakes Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High Lakes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
High Lakes Elementary School's student population of 435 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
435 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
High Lakes Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of High Lakes Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#39 out of 1174 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
3%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
88%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is High Lakes Elementary School's ranking?
High Lakes Elementary School is ranked #39 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are High Lakes Elementary School often compared to?
High Lakes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William E Miller Elementary School, Highland School At Kenwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend High Lakes Elementary School?
435 students attend High Lakes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of High Lakes Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of High Lakes Elementary School?
High Lakes Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does High Lakes Elementary School offer ?
High Lakes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is High Lakes Elementary School part of?
High Lakes Elementary School is part of Bend-Lapine Administrative SD 1 School District.
In what neighborhood is High Lakes Elementary School located?
High Lakes Elementary School is located in the Summit West neighborhood of Bend, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Summit West.
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