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May Roberts Elementary School

Elementary School · Ontario SD 8C

590 NW 8th St, Ontario, OR 97914

Enrollment

348

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oregon schools

#912 of 1,226

In Ontario

#7 of 9

public schools

In district

#5 of 7

Ontario SD 8C

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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May Roberts Elementary School

5.0/10

Elementary School in Ontario · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About May Roberts Elementary School

May Roberts Elementary School is a public elementary school in Ontario, OR, part of Ontario SD 8C. May Roberts Elementary School serves approximately 348 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. May Roberts Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #912 of 1,226 schools in OR.

Structured state assessment records for May Roberts Elementary School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 5.3
  • OR avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

30% of students at May Roberts 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.83 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency28% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)21% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+6.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,299
Chronic Absenteeism30.2%

May Roberts Elementary School — Students at May Roberts Elementary School score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

101.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OR EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 38.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 44.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 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
62%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
45%
ELA
48%
2014
Math
34%
ELA
34%
2015
Math
28%
ELA
36%
2016
Math
28%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
34%
ELA
40%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
38%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
38%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
33%

* 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: 2.5/10.

How May Roberts Elementary School Compares

See how May Roberts Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
26th percentile in OR
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
102%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.2%

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

590 NW 8th St, Ontario, OR 97914

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering May Roberts Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Aiken Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Alameda Elementary School (rated 5.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Ontario, see our Ontario schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.1 mi
School Distance Rating
ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Ontario 0.4 mi 6.5
Ontario Middle School Ontario 0.5 mi 7.8
Ontario High School Ontario 0.4 mi 7.5
Aiken Elementary School Ontario 0.7 mi 6.7
Alameda Elementary School Ontario 1.2 mi 5.4
Four Rivers Community School Ontario 1.4 mi 8.5
TREASURE VALLEY SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Payette 3.2 mi
WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Payette 3.6 mi 2.9
PAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL Payette 3.2 mi 5.3
TREASURE VALLEY CLASSICAL ACADEMY Fruitland 3.1 mi 6.7
FRUITLAND PREPARATORY ACADEMY Fruitland 3.2 mi
FRUITLAND HIGH SCHOOL Fruitland 3.3 mi 6.0
PAYETTE ACADEMY Payette 3.6 mi 4.2
Cairo Elementary School Ontario 3.8 mi 4.5
PAYETTE PRIMARY SCHOOL Payette 3.7 mi 4.0
FRUITLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Fruitland 3.6 mi 4.6
FRUITLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fruitland 3.7 mi 4.9
RIVER OF LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Payette 4.5 mi 8.2
MCCAIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Payette 4.4 mi 5.6
Pioneer Elementary School Ontario 6.1 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97914 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$48,442

Median Home Value

$220,600

Median Rent

$813/mo

Population

19,879

College Educated

14.6%

Homeownership

61.8%

Avg Commute

15.8 min

Poverty Rate

17.8%

Median Age

36.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about May Roberts Elementary School

What grades does May Roberts Elementary School serve?

May Roberts Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend May Roberts Elementary School?

May Roberts Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 348 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at May Roberts Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at May Roberts Elementary School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does May Roberts Elementary School rank in OR?

May Roberts Elementary School ranks #912 of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is May Roberts Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

May Roberts Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 May Roberts Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, May Roberts Elementary School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is May Roberts Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is May Roberts Elementary School a Title I school?

No, May Roberts Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for May Roberts Elementary School?

101.7% of students at May Roberts 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
37 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
348
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
101.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Malheur County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.2%

District

Ontario SD 8C
District Enrollment
2,211
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,299
District Rank
#5 of 7

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