Weston-McEwen High School is a public high school in Athena, Oregon, United States that is known for its pipe band.
Serving 208 students in grades 9-12, Weston-mcewen 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 208 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Weston-mcewen High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Weston-mcewen High School's student population of 208 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
208 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Colors
Black, Red
School Rankings
Weston-mcewen High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Weston-mcewen High School is 0.45, 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
#374 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
9%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
9%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
73%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger And A Scottie Dog
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Weston-mcewen High School's ranking?
Weston-mcewen High School is ranked #374 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Weston-mcewen High School often compared to?
Weston-mcewen High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pendleton High School, Mcloughlin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Weston-mcewen High School?
The graduation rate of Weston-mcewen High School is 90%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Weston-mcewen High School?
208 students attend Weston-mcewen High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Weston-mcewen High School students are White, 9% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Weston-mcewen High School?
Weston-mcewen High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Weston-mcewen High School offer ?
Weston-mcewen High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Weston-mcewen High School part of?
Weston-mcewen High School is part of Athena-Weston SD 29rj School District.
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