Excellent
#116 of 1,226 schools in OR
Top 9% in state
Highland Hills Elementary School
Elementary School · Hermiston SD 8
450 SE 10th St, Hermiston, OR 97838
Enrollment
316
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
316
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oregon schools
#116 of 1,226
In Hermiston
#1 of 9
public schools
In district
#1 of 9
Hermiston SD 8
Equity
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Highland Hills Elementary School
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About Highland Hills Elementary School
Highland Hills Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hermiston, OR, part of Hermiston SD 8. Highland Hills Elementary School serves approximately 316 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Highland Hills Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #116 of 1,226 schools in OR.
Structured state assessment records for Highland Hills Elementary School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 7.7
- OR avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Highland Hills 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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Highland Hills Elementary School — Students at Highland Hills Elementary School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)
Based on 26 test records from OR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.
How Highland Hills Elementary School Compares
See how Highland Hills Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
450 SE 10th St, Hermiston, OR 97838
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Highland Hills Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Desert View Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is West Park Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Stanfield Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Stanfield), a more accessible option. For more schools in Hermiston, see our Hermiston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sandstone Middle School Hermiston | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Sunset Elementary School Hermiston | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Hermiston High School Hermiston | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Loma Vista Elementary Hermiston | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| West Park Elementary School Hermiston | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Rocky Heights Elementary School Hermiston | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Desert View Elementary School Hermiston | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Armand Larive Middle School Hermiston | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| HERMISTON JUNIOR ACADEMY Hermiston | 2.5 mi | — |
| HERMISTON CHRISTIAN CENTER & SCHOOL Hermiston | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Stanfield Elementary School Stanfield | 3.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Stanfield Secondary School Stanfield | 3.9 mi | 5.5 |
| McNary Heights Elementary School Umatilla | 5.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Umatilla High School Umatilla | 6.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Clara Brownell Middle School Umatilla | 6.4 mi | 3.6 |
| Echo School Echo | 7.7 mi | 9.2 |
| A C Houghton Elementary School Irrigon | 11.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Irrigon Elementary School Irrigon | 11.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Irrigon Junior/Senior High School Irrigon | 11.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Morrow Education Center Irrigon | 12.2 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97838 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,032
Median Home Value
$274,400
Median Rent
$1,046/mo
Population
27,979
College Educated
15.4%
Homeownership
71.7%
Avg Commute
19.2 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
34.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. School Portland, OR | 8.7 |
| INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF PORTLAND Portland, OR | 8.7 |
| Island City Elementary School Island City, OR | 8.7 |
| Jackson Elementary School Hillsboro, OR | 8.7 |
| Maplewood Elementary School Portland, OR | 8.7 |
| Melrose Elementary School Roseburg, OR | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Highland Hills Elementary School
What grades does Highland Hills Elementary School serve?
Highland Hills Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Highland Hills Elementary School?
Highland Hills Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 316 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Highland Hills Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Highland Hills Elementary 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 Highland Hills Elementary School rank in OR?
Highland Hills Elementary School ranks #116 of 1,226 schools in OR.
What is Highland Hills Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Highland Hills Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Highland Hills Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Highland Hills Elementary School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Highland Hills Elementary School a charter school?
No, Highland Hills Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Highland Hills Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Highland Hills Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Highland Hills Elementary School?
67.4% of students at Highland Hills 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
- 316
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Umatilla County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.8%
- Phone
- (541) 667-6500
Resources & Links
District
Hermiston SD 8- District Enrollment
- 5,420
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,546
- District Rank
- #1 of 9
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