Summary:
Morrow School District 1 in Oregon is home to three elementary schools: Sam Boardman Elementary School, A.C. Houghton Elementary School, and Heppner Elementary School. While all three schools serve students in the same district, the data reveals significant performance gaps, with Heppner Elementary standing out as the top-performing school in the area.
Heppner Elementary School is the clear standout, ranking 191 out of 710 Oregon elementary schools and earning a 4-out-of-5-star rating from the state. The school consistently outperforms the district and state averages on standardized tests across multiple grade levels and subjects, including English Language Arts and Mathematics. For example, in 2023-2024, 45.8% of 3rd graders at Heppner Elementary were proficient or better in ELA, compared to just 24% for the district and 39% for the state. In contrast, Sam Boardman Elementary School and A.C. Houghton Elementary School have lower statewide rankings and test scores that fall below the district and state averages.
While all three schools have high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 67.26% to 68.86%, Heppner Elementary's ability to outperform the district and state suggests that factors beyond socioeconomic status, such as teaching quality, curriculum, or school leadership, may be contributing to its success. Further analysis of the funding allocation and enrollment trends within the district could provide additional insights into the factors driving these performance differences.
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