Serving 356 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Desert View Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% 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: 356 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Desert View Elementary School's student population of 356 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
356 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Desert View Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Desert View Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#386 out of 1196 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
46%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
47%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Desert View Elementary School's ranking?
Desert View Elementary School is ranked #386 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Desert View Elementary School often compared to?
Desert View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rocky Heights Elementary School, Highland Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Desert View Elementary School?
356 students attend Desert View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Desert View Elementary School students are White, 46% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Desert View Elementary School?
Desert View Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Desert View Elementary School offer ?
Desert View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Desert View Elementary School part of?
Desert View Elementary School is part of Hermiston SD 8 School District.
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