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#44 of 1,226 schools in OR

Top 4% in state

Echo School

School · Echo SD 5

600 E Gerone St, Echo, OR 97826

Enrollment

316

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

9.2

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oregon schools

#44 of 1,226

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Echo School

9.2/10

School in Echo · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Echo School

Echo School is a public school in Echo, OR, part of Echo SD 5. Echo School serves approximately 316 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Echo School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #44 of 1,226 schools in OR.

Structured state assessment records for Echo School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.9 pts above OR schools
  • This school 9.2 · Excellent
  • OR avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Echo School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.6Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41.8% (2025 OSAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55.7% (2025 OSAS)
Math vs. State Avg+10 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+12.7 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2025 OSAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 OSAS)
vs. Expected+12.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
College Readiness9.1Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate80%+
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,463
Chronic Absenteeism22.2%

Echo School — Students at Echo School score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

54.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 39.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
31.8% (2025 OSAS)
ELA Proficiency 62.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 OSAS)

Based on 30 test records from OR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
27%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
44.5%
ELA
74.5%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2025
Math
41.8%
ELA
55.7%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How Echo School Compares

See how Echo School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.2/10
97th percentile in OR
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
Sports
4
2 boys' · 2 girls'
Advanced STEM
2/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
54%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.2%

Programs & Offerings

Athletics4sports offered
2 boys'·2 girls'·4 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses2 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

600 E Gerone St, Echo, OR 97826

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Echo School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Morrow Education Center (rated 7.4/10, 18.7 miles away, in nearby Irrigon), a more accessible option. Additionally, HERMISTON CHRISTIAN CENTER & SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Hermiston), a more accessible option. For more schools in Echo, see our Echo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 18.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Stanfield Secondary School Stanfield 3.8 mi 5.5
Stanfield Elementary School Stanfield 3.9 mi 7.6
Highland Hills Elementary School Hermiston 7.7 mi 8.7
Sandstone Middle School Hermiston 8.1 mi 6.4
Hermiston High School Hermiston 8.3 mi 6.4
Sunset Elementary School Hermiston 8.6 mi 7.2
Armand Larive Middle School Hermiston 8.1 mi 7.4
Loma Vista Elementary Hermiston 9.1 mi 7.5
Desert View Elementary School Hermiston 8.3 mi 8.3
West Park Elementary School Hermiston 8.5 mi 8.0
Rocky Heights Elementary School Hermiston 8.9 mi 6.6
HERMISTON CHRISTIAN CENTER & SCHOOL Hermiston 9.2 mi 5.8
HERMISTON JUNIOR ACADEMY Hermiston 9.9 mi
McNary Heights Elementary School Umatilla 13.4 mi 6.4
Umatilla High School Umatilla 14.1 mi 6.4
Clara Brownell Middle School Umatilla 14.2 mi 3.6
A C Houghton Elementary School Irrigon 18.0 mi 4.1
Irrigon Elementary School Irrigon 17.9 mi 7.7
Irrigon Junior/Senior High School Irrigon 18.0 mi 6.7
Morrow Education Center Irrigon 18.7 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97826 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,676

Median Home Value

$410,300

Median Rent

$946/mo

Population

1,154

College Educated

13.7%

Homeownership

70.1%

Poverty Rate

4.8%

Median Age

31.1

Similar Schools

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Frontier Charter Academy Gervais, OR 9.2
Imbler Charter School Imbler, OR 9.2
Joseph Charter School Joseph, OR 9.3
Cove Charter School Cove, OR 8.9
Four Rivers Community School Ontario, OR 8.5
Sherman County School Moro, OR 8.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Echo School

What grades does Echo School serve?

Echo School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Echo School?

Echo School has an enrollment of approximately 316 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Echo School?

The student-teacher ratio at Echo School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Echo School rank in OR?

Echo School ranks #44 of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is Echo School's MySchoolScout rating?

Echo School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Echo School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Echo School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Echo School a charter school?

No, Echo School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Echo School a Title I school?

No, Echo School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Echo School?

54.4% of students at Echo 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
316
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
54.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Umatilla County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.2%
4-Year Graduation
80%+

District

Echo SD 5
District Enrollment
316
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,463
District Rank
#1 of 1

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