La Grande High School is a public high school in the western United States, located in La Grande, Oregon.
Serving 628 students in grades 9-12, La Grande High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 628 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 30% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Grande High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
La Grande High School's student population of 628 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
628 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Colors
White, Blue
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Rankings
La Grande High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Grande High School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#703 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
8%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
79%
58%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Grande High School's ranking?
La Grande High School is ranked #703 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are La Grande High School often compared to?
La Grande High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Imbler Charter School, La Grande Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of La Grande High School?
The graduation rate of La Grande High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend La Grande High School?
628 students attend La Grande High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of La Grande High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Grande High School?
La Grande High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does La Grande High School offer ?
La Grande High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is La Grande High School part of?
La Grande High School is part of La Grande SD 1 School District.
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