Excellent
#44 of 1,226 schools in OR
Top 4% in state
May Street Elementary School
Elementary School · Hood River County SD
1001 10th Street, Hood River, OR 97031
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Hood River
#1 of 6
public schools
Oregon elementary schools
#41 of 689
In district
#1 of 8
Hood River County SD
Academic performance
9.4 / 10
Exceptional
About May Street Elementary School
May Street Elementary School serves 468 students across kindergarten through fifth grade in Hood River, Oregon. It earns a composite score of 9.0 out of 10 — rated Exceptional — anchored by a 9.4 academic score and an 8.7 growth score. Those marks place May Street at #1 among the six public schools in Hood River and #44 out of 1,226 public schools statewide.
That statewide rank is meaningful in concrete terms: May Street outperforms 96% of Oregon schools. Narrowing to elementary schools, it ranks #41 of 689, placing it in the top 6% of its peer group. A 15.6-to-1 student-teacher ratio keeps class sizes small, a structural factor that supports the school's strong academic and growth scores.
May Street is a regular public school, so families in the Hood River attendance area can access one of Oregon's strongest elementary programs without a lottery or tuition. For parents comparing school options in the city, no other public school in Hood River ranks higher, and only 43 schools in all of Oregon do.
Score Breakdown
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May Street Elementary School — Students at May Street Elementary School score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)
Based on 6 test records from OR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.
How May Street Elementary School Compares
See how May Street Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 57% (2019) to 57.5% (2025). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 62% (2019) to 59.5% (2025).
Location
1001 10th Street, Hood River, OR 97031
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering May Street Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Westside Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Mill A Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Cook), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Dallesport Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Lyle), a more accessible option. For more schools in Hood River, see our Hood River schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BRIGHT BEGINNINGS Hood River | 0.4 mi | — |
| HORIZON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hood River | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Hood River Middle School Hood River | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| MID-COLUMBIA ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hood River | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Westside Elementary School Hood River | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Hood River Valley High School Hood River | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| WORLD CLASS ACADEMY White Salmon | 2.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Hulan L Whitson Elem White Salmon | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Wayne M Henkle Middle School White Salmon | 2.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Wallace & Priscilla Stevenson Intermediate School White Salmon | 2.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Columbia High School White Salmon | 3.0 mi | 5.1 |
| White Salmon Academy White Salmon | 3.0 mi | — |
| LITTLE OAK MONTESSORI SCHOOL White Salmon | 2.8 mi | 6.0 |
| WyEast Middle School Hood River | 4.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Mid Valley Elementary School Hood River | 5.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Mosier Community School Mosier | 6.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Mill A Elementary School Cook | 7.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Pacific Crest Innovation Academy Cook | 7.3 mi | — |
| Parkdale Elementary School Parkdale | 13.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Dallesport Elementary Lyle | 11.6 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97031 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,085
Median Home Value
$608,100
Median Rent
$1,411/mo
Population
19,145
College Educated
41.6%
Homeownership
66.7%
Avg Commute
18.3 min
Poverty Rate
5.8%
Median Age
39.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding May Street Elementary School has a median household income of $86,085. It is a well-educated community where 42% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $608,100, with a median rent of $1,411/month. The local poverty rate of 5.8% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 18 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bridger Creative Science School Portland, OR | 9.0 |
| Lee Elementary School Portland, OR | 9.0 |
| Metzger Elementary School Tigard, OR | 9.0 |
| Pacific Ridge Elementary School Seaside, OR | 9.0 |
| Talent Elementary School Talent, OR | 9.0 |
| Westridge Elementary School Lake Oswego, OR | 9.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about May Street Elementary School
What grades does May Street Elementary School serve?
May Street Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend May Street Elementary School?
May Street Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 468 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at May Street Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at May Street Elementary School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does May Street Elementary School rank in OR?
May Street Elementary School is ranked #44 out of 1,226 schools in OR.
What is May Street Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
May Street Elementary School has a composite rating of 9.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at May Street Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, May Street Elementary School has 54.8% math proficiency and 58.8% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is May Street Elementary School a charter school?
No, May Street Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is May Street Elementary School a Title I school?
No, May Street Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for May Street Elementary School?
49.8% of students at May Street 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 468
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Hood River County
- Phone
- (541) 386-2656
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Hood River County SD- District Enrollment
- 3,787
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,574
- District Rank
- #1 of 8
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Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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