Very Good
#332 of 1,226 schools in OR
Top 27% in state
Based on limited data
Loma Vista Elementary
Elementary School · Hermiston SD 8
305 SW 11th St, Hermiston, OR 97838
Enrollment
402
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
402
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oregon schools
#332 of 1,226
In Hermiston
#4 of 9
public schools
In district
#4 of 9
Hermiston SD 8
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About Loma Vista Elementary
Loma Vista Elementary is a public elementary school in Hermiston, OR, part of Hermiston SD 8. Loma Vista Elementary serves approximately 402 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Loma Vista Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #332 of 1,226 schools in OR.
Structured state assessment records for Loma Vista Elementary show 32% math proficiency (2025 OSAS) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 OSAS). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 7.7
- OR avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Loma Vista Elementary 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.
44% of students at Loma Vista 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
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Loma Vista Elementary — Students at Loma Vista Elementary score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)
Based on 2 test records from OR state assessments. About our data
How Loma Vista Elementary Compares
See how Loma Vista Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
305 SW 11th St, Hermiston, OR 97838
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Loma Vista Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Highland Hills Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Desert View Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, West Park Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hermiston, see our Hermiston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sandstone Middle School Hermiston | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Highland Hills Elementary School Hermiston | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
| Sunset Elementary School Hermiston | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Rocky Heights Elementary School Hermiston | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Hermiston High School Hermiston | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| West Park Elementary School Hermiston | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| HERMISTON JUNIOR ACADEMY Hermiston | 2.2 mi | — |
| Desert View Elementary School Hermiston | 2.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Armand Larive Middle School Hermiston | 2.8 mi | 7.4 |
| HERMISTON CHRISTIAN CENTER & SCHOOL Hermiston | 3.1 mi | 5.8 |
| McNary Heights Elementary School Umatilla | 4.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Stanfield Elementary School Stanfield | 5.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Stanfield Secondary School Stanfield | 5.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Umatilla High School Umatilla | 5.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Clara Brownell Middle School Umatilla | 5.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Echo School Echo | 9.1 mi | 9.2 |
| A C Houghton Elementary School Irrigon | 10.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Irrigon Elementary School Irrigon | 11.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Irrigon Junior/Senior High School Irrigon | 11.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Morrow Education Center Irrigon | 11.7 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 |
|---|---|
| Central Linn Elementary School Halsey, OR | 7.5 |
| Elmonica Elementary School Beaverton, OR | 7.5 |
| Firwood Elementary School Sandy, OR | 7.5 |
| James John Elementary School Portland, OR | 7.5 |
| Mark Twain Elementary Silverton, OR | 7.5 |
| Naas Elementary School Sandy, OR | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Loma Vista Elementary
What grades does Loma Vista Elementary serve?
Loma Vista Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Loma Vista Elementary?
Loma Vista Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 402 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Loma Vista Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Loma Vista Elementary is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Loma Vista Elementary rank in OR?
Loma Vista Elementary ranks #332 of 1,226 schools in OR.
What is Loma Vista Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Loma Vista Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Loma Vista Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Loma Vista Elementary has 32% math proficiency (2025 OSAS) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 OSAS).
Is Loma Vista Elementary a charter school?
No, Loma Vista Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Loma Vista Elementary a Title I school?
No, Loma Vista Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Loma Vista Elementary?
66.4% of students at Loma Vista 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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- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 402
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Umatilla County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.3%
- Phone
- (541) 667-6400
Resources & Links
District
Hermiston SD 8- District Enrollment
- 5,420
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,546
- District Rank
- #4 of 9
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