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#801 of 1,226 schools in OR

Heritage Elementary

Elementary School · Woodburn SD 103

440 Parr Rd, Woodburn, OR 97071

Enrollment

642

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oregon schools

#801 of 1,226

In Woodburn

#4 of 9

public schools

In district

#4 of 8

Woodburn SD 103

School environment

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Heritage Elementary

5.6/10

Elementary School in Woodburn · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Valor Middle School

4.0/10

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6.0/10

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About Heritage Elementary

Heritage Elementary is a public elementary school in Woodburn, OR, part of Woodburn SD 103. Heritage Elementary serves approximately 642 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Heritage Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #801 of 1,226 schools in OR.

Structured state assessment records for Heritage Elementary show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • OR avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Heritage Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

54% of students at Heritage Elementary 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.67 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.8Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency16.8% (2025 OSAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency15.8% (2025 OSAS)
Math vs. State Avg-15 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-27.2 pts
Overall Proficiency16% (2025 OSAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)30% (model expectation from 2025 OSAS)
vs. Expected-14.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile10th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,508
Chronic Absenteeism54.2%

Heritage Elementary — Students at Heritage Elementary score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

73.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 36.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
31.8% (2025 OSAS)
ELA Proficiency 35.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 OSAS)

Based on 26 test records from OR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
64%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
45%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
50%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
43%
ELA
46%
2013
Math
48%
ELA
46%
2014
Math
29%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
29%
2016
Math
35%
ELA
28%
2017
Math
35%
ELA
30%
2018
Math
29%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
29%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
16%
ELA
19%
2025
Math
16.8%
ELA
15.8%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.6/10.

How Heritage Elementary Compares

See how Heritage Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
35th percentile in OR
Academic
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
73%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
54.2%

Programs & Offerings

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

440 Parr Rd, Woodburn, OR 97071

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Heritage Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Gervais Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Gervais), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST LUKE SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Woodburn Arthur Academy (rated 6.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Woodburn, see our Woodburn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Valor Middle School Woodburn 0.1 mi 4.0
Nellie Muir Elementary School Woodburn 0.7 mi 6.0
ST LUKE SCHOOL Woodburn 1.0 mi 7.3
French Prairie Middle School Woodburn 1.2 mi 3.6
Woodburn Success Woodburn 0.9 mi 6.9
Lincoln Elementary School Woodburn 1.2 mi 5.3
Woodburn Arthur Academy Woodburn 1.1 mi 6.1
Washington Elementary School Woodburn 1.3 mi 5.0
Woodburn High School Woodburn 1.7 mi
Gervais Middle School Gervais 2.5 mi 6.4
Gervais High School Gervais 2.5 mi 5.9
SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Gervais 2.3 mi 5.7
Gervais Elementary School Gervais 2.4 mi 7.7
Frontier Charter Academy Gervais 2.4 mi 9.2
William P Lord High School Woodburn 2.8 mi 5.3
HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY Brooks 4.2 mi 5.2
Mt Angel Middle School Mt. Angel 5.7 mi 8.2
St Marys Public School Mt. Angel 5.9 mi 4.7
John F Kennedy High School Mt. Angel 5.9 mi 7.2
North Marion High School Aurora 6.3 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97071 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,130

Median Home Value

$316,500

Median Rent

$1,382/mo

Population

31,847

College Educated

16.8%

Homeownership

67.2%

Avg Commute

25.4 min

Poverty Rate

14.8%

Median Age

38.1

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Orenco Elementary School Hillsboro, OR 5.6
Woodland Elementary Fairview, OR 5.6
Ash Creek Elementary School Monmouth, OR 5.5
Awbrey Park Elementary School Eugene, OR 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Heritage Elementary

What grades does Heritage Elementary serve?

Heritage Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Heritage Elementary?

Heritage Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 642 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Heritage Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Heritage Elementary is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Heritage Elementary rank in OR?

Heritage Elementary ranks #801 of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is Heritage Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Heritage Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Heritage Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Heritage Elementary has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Heritage Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Heritage Elementary a Title I school?

No, Heritage Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Heritage Elementary?

73.4% of students at Heritage Elementary 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
22 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
17 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
642
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
73.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Marion County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
54.2%

District

Woodburn SD 103
District Enrollment
5,275
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,508
District Rank
#4 of 8

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