Scappoose High School is a public high school in Scappoose, Oregon, United States. It is the only high school in the Scappoose School District.
Serving 681 students in grades 9-12, Scappoose 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 681 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 10% in OR)
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scappoose High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Scappoose High School's student population of 681 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
681 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Colors
Black, Orange
School Rankings
The diversity score of Scappoose High School is 0.35, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)15-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)25-29%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
9%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
80%
58%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Indian
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Scappoose High School often compared to?
Scappoose High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Helens High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Scappoose High School?
The graduation rate of Scappoose High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Scappoose High School?
681 students attend Scappoose High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Scappoose High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Scappoose High School?
Scappoose High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Scappoose High School offer ?
Scappoose High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Scappoose High School part of?
Scappoose High School is part of Scappoose SD 1j School District.
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