Serving 444 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Park 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 34% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (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 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Park Elementary School's student population of 444 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
444 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1950
School Calendar
School Motto
Together, we forge a path of educational success.
School Rankings
West Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Park Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#722 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
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
68%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
27%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
14%
8%
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 West Park Elementary School's ranking?
West Park Elementary School is ranked #722 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are West Park Elementary School often compared to?
West Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunset Elementary School, Rocky Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend West Park Elementary School?
444 students attend West Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of West Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Park Elementary School?
West Park Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Park Elementary School offer ?
West Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Park Elementary School part of?
West Park Elementary School is part of Hermiston SD 8 School District.
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