South Wasco County High School is a public high school in Maupin, Oregon, United States.
Serving 134 students in grades 6-12, South Wasco County Middle/high School ranks in the top 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 134 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Top 50% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Wasco County Middle/high School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
South Wasco County Middle/high School's student population of 134 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
134 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
South Wasco County Middle/high School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Wasco County Middle/high School is 0.38, 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
#433 out of 1196 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)11-19%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
78%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)60-79%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Redside
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Wasco County Middle/high School's ranking?
South Wasco County Middle/high School is ranked #433 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Wasco County Middle/high School?
The graduation rate of South Wasco County Middle/high School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend South Wasco County Middle/high School?
134 students attend South Wasco County Middle/high School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of South Wasco County Middle/high School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Wasco County Middle/high School?
South Wasco County Middle/high School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Wasco County Middle/high School offer ?
South Wasco County Middle/high School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Wasco County Middle/high School part of?
South Wasco County Middle/high School is part of South Wasco County SD 1 School District.
School Reviews
4 7/29/2020
So, this schools alright, the kids at least. Most of the teachers act like they belong in the high school themselves, including the only name I'm putting on here, Hull stop being the way you are.
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