Excellent
#46 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
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oregon schools
#46 of 1,226
In Hood River
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#2 of 8
Hood River County SD
Academic performance
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About May Street Elementary School
May Street Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hood River, OR, part of Hood River County SD. May Street Elementary School serves approximately 468 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. May Street Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #46 of 1,226 schools in OR.
Structured state assessment records for May Street Elementary School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 9.2 · Excellent
- District avg 7.8
- OR avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at May Street 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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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 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: 9.1/10.
How May Street Elementary School Compares
See how May Street Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
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 9.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Hulan L Whitson Elem (rated 7.6/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby White Salmon), a more accessible option. Additionally, Parkdale Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby Parkdale), 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 | 8.6 |
| MID-COLUMBIA ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hood River | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Westside Elementary School Hood River | 1.2 mi | 9.6 |
| 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 | 7.6 |
| Wayne M Henkle Middle School White Salmon | 2.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Wallace & Priscilla Stevenson Intermediate School White Salmon | 2.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Columbia High School White Salmon | 3.0 mi | 4.1 |
| 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 | 5.0 |
| Mid Valley Elementary School Hood River | 5.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Mosier Community School Mosier | 6.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Mill A Elementary School Cook | 7.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Pacific Crest Innovation Academy Cook | 7.3 mi | — |
| Parkdale Elementary School Parkdale | 13.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Dallesport Elementary Lyle | 11.6 mi | 6.9 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ainsworth Elementary School Portland, OR | 9.2 |
| Hayhurst Elementary School Portland, OR | 9.2 |
| Jacob Wismer Elementary School Portland, OR | 9.2 |
| Markham Elementary School Portland, OR | 9.2 |
| Middleton Elementary School Sherwood, OR | 9.2 |
| River Grove Elementary School Lake Oswego, OR | 9.2 |
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 ranks #46 of 1,226 schools in OR.
What is May Street Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
May Street Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Street Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, May Street Elementary School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
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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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.8%
- Phone
- (541) 386-2656
Resources & Links
District
Hood River County SD- District Enrollment
- 3,787
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,574
- District Rank
- #2 of 8
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