North Wasco County Sd 21 School District
School District · The Dalles, Oregon
Avg Rating
5.8
out of 10
Schools
7
4 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,322
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Avg Rating
5.8
out of 10
Schools
7
4 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,322
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Evaluating North Wasco County Sd 21?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge North Wasco County Sd 21 as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Dry Hollow Elementary School
The Dalles · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Mosier Community School
Mosier · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
The Dalles Middle School
The Dalles · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Oregon rank
#94 of 146
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.5
below Oregon avg
Per-pupil spending
$16,322
+$0 vs Oregon median
District size
2,847 students
Larger than Oregon median
The short answer
North Wasco County Sd 21 ranks #94 of 146 Oregon districts by overall school rating. North Wasco County Sd 21's schools with real test data average 5.8/10 across 7 schools. Its top-rated schools are Dry Hollow Elementary School (6.7/10), Mosier Community School (6.7/10), and The Dalles Middle School (6.1/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in North Wasco County Sd 21
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (7 of 7). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dry Hollow Elementary School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Mosier Community School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 3 | The Dalles Middle School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 4 | Colonel Wright Elementary School | 5.9 / 10 |
| 5 | The Dalles High School | 5.4 / 10 |
| 6 | Chenowith Elementary School | 4.9 / 10 |
| 7 | Innovations Academy | 4.6 / 10 |
See all 7 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About North Wasco County Sd 21
North Wasco County Sd 21 is a The Dalles, Oregon school district serving 7 schools. The district educates 2,847 students with a student-teacher ratio of 16.1:1. The district invests $16,322 per student annually.
With an average rating of 5.8/10, North Wasco County Sd 21 demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Mosier Community School, which has a composite score of 6.7/10.
In standardized testing, North Wasco County Sd 21 students show an average math proficiency of 37.3% and ELA proficiency of 52.6%.
The district includes 4 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in North Wasco County Sd 21, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in North Wasco County Sd 21 with test data.
Schools in North Wasco County Sd 21
7 schools Elementary Schools 4
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
Other Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Oregon
- City
- The Dalles
- Total Enrollment
- 2,847
- Teachers (FTE)
- 177
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in North Wasco County Sd 21?
North Wasco County Sd 21 has 7 schools in total — 4 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for North Wasco County Sd 21?
The average composite rating for North Wasco County Sd 21 is 5.8/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in North Wasco County Sd 21?
North Wasco County Sd 21 spends $16,322 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in North Wasco County Sd 21?
The average student-teacher ratio in North Wasco County Sd 21 is 16.1:1.
What is the top-rated school in North Wasco County Sd 21?
Mosier Community School is the highest-rated school in North Wasco County Sd 21 with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What are the test scores in North Wasco County Sd 21?
Across schools in North Wasco County Sd 21 with test data, the average math proficiency is 37.3% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 52.6%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does North Wasco County Sd 21 compare to other districts in Oregon?
North Wasco County Sd 21 has an average school rating of 5.8/10 across 7 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Oregon by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 5.8/10
- Math Proficiency
- 37.3%
- ELA Proficiency
- 52.6%
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Oregon Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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