Summary:
The city of Heppner, Oregon is home to two schools: Heppner Elementary School and Heppner Junior/Senior High School, both of which serve the Morrow School District 1. The data analysis reveals that Heppner Junior/Senior High School is a standout performer, consistently ranking among the top high schools in Oregon with a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. Both schools demonstrate solid academic performance, with Heppner Elementary School having generally higher proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics compared to the district and state averages.
However, the data also highlights some potential areas of concern. Both schools have a high percentage of students (around 68%) receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a relatively high level of economic disadvantage among the student population. Additionally, Heppner Junior/Senior High School spends significantly more per student ($22,623) compared to Heppner Elementary School ($15,367), which may suggest a need to re-evaluate the distribution of resources to ensure equitable access to educational opportunities across all grade levels.
Overall, the Heppner school system appears to be providing a quality education, with the Heppner Junior/Senior High School standing out as a particularly strong performer. However, the high rates of economic disadvantage among the student population may present challenges that the schools and the district need to address to ensure that all students have the support and resources they need to succeed.
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