Gaston School District 511J

The Gaston School District 511J in Oregon is home to two schools: Gaston Junior/Senior High School and Gaston Elementary School. While the elementary school has maintained a consistent 3-star rating and strong academic performance, the high school has faced challenges, ranking in the bottom half of Oregon high schools with a 1-star rating.

Gaston Elementary School has shown impressive results, with 67.7% of 6th graders proficient or better in English Language Arts and 46.9% proficient or better in Mathematics, significantly outperforming the state averages. In contrast, Gaston Junior/Senior High School has struggled, with academic proficiency levels well below the state averages, particularly in 11th grade. However, the high school has shown relatively higher science proficiency, which could be an area of strength to build upon.

Both schools serve a population with high rates of free and reduced lunch recipients, around 38%, suggesting potential equity concerns that may impact academic performance and resource allocation. The data indicates a significant gap in performance between the elementary and high school levels, which warrants further investigation to identify strategies for improving outcomes at the secondary level and ensuring equitable opportunities for all students within the Gaston School District 511J.