Below Average
#929 of 1,226 schools in OR
Chenowith Elementary School
Elementary School · North Wasco County SD 21
922 Chenowith Lp W, The Dalles, OR 97058
Enrollment
420
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
420
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oregon schools
#929 of 1,226
In The Dalles
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#6 of 7
North Wasco County SD 21
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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About Chenowith Elementary School
Chenowith Elementary School is a public elementary school in The Dalles, OR, part of North Wasco County SD 21. Chenowith Elementary School serves approximately 420 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Chenowith Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #929 of 1,226 schools in OR.
Structured state assessment records for Chenowith Elementary School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.1
- OR avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
56% of students at Chenowith Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Chenowith Elementary School — Students at Chenowith Elementary School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)
Based on 30 test records from OR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.9/10.
How Chenowith Elementary School Compares
See how Chenowith Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
922 Chenowith Lp W, The Dalles, OR 97058
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Chenowith Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hulan L Whitson Elem (rated 7.6/10, 14.7 miles away, in nearby White Salmon), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MARYS ACADEMY (rated 7.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dallesport Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Lyle), which scores notably higher. For more schools in The Dalles, see our The Dalles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Innovations Academy The Dalles | 0.2 mi | 4.6 |
| ST MARYS ACADEMY The Dalles | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Colonel Wright Elementary School The Dalles | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| The Dalles High School The Dalles | 2.6 mi | 5.4 |
| The Dalles Middle School The Dalles | 3.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Dry Hollow Elementary School The Dalles | 3.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Dallesport Elementary Lyle | 5.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Lyle High School Lyle | 5.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Lyle Middle School Lyle | 5.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Mosier Community School Mosier | 9.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Dufur School Dufur | 12.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Klickitat Elem & High Klickitat | 13.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Wishram High And Elementary Schl Wishram | 12.8 mi | 6.8 |
| LITTLE OAK MONTESSORI SCHOOL White Salmon | 14.7 mi | 6.0 |
| WORLD CLASS ACADEMY White Salmon | 14.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Hulan L Whitson Elem White Salmon | 14.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Wayne M Henkle Middle School White Salmon | 15.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Wallace & Priscilla Stevenson Intermediate School White Salmon | 15.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Columbia High School White Salmon | 15.4 mi | 4.1 |
| White Salmon Academy White Salmon | 15.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97058 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,257
Median Home Value
$332,500
Median Rent
$950/mo
Population
20,540
College Educated
20.7%
Homeownership
63.9%
Avg Commute
15.7 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
39.3
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Kalmiopsis Elementary School Brookings, OR | 4.9 |
| Kennedy Elementary School Keizer, OR | 4.9 |
| Kinnaman Elementary School Beaverton, OR | 4.9 |
| Meadows Elementary Portland, OR | 4.9 |
| Mid Valley Elementary School Hood River, OR | 4.9 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School Medford, OR | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Chenowith Elementary School
What grades does Chenowith Elementary School serve?
Chenowith Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Chenowith Elementary School?
Chenowith Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 420 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Chenowith Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Chenowith Elementary School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Chenowith Elementary School rank in OR?
Chenowith Elementary School ranks #929 of 1,226 schools in OR.
What is Chenowith Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Chenowith Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Chenowith Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Chenowith Elementary School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Chenowith Elementary School a charter school?
No, Chenowith Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Chenowith Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Chenowith Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Chenowith Elementary School?
76.7% of students at Chenowith Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 420
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Wasco County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.5%
- Phone
- (541) 506-3350
Resources & Links
District
North Wasco County SD 21- District Enrollment
- 2,847
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,322
- District Rank
- #6 of 7
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