Banks High School is a public high school in Banks, Oregon, United States.
Serving 397 students in grades 9-12, Banks High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Oregon state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in OR)
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Banks High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Banks High School's student population of 397 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
397 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1988
Colors
White, Gold
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of Banks High School is 0.32, 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)
(20-21)21-39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-79%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
9%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
82%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Banks SD 13 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Braves
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Banks High School often compared to?
Banks High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beaverton High School, Forest Grove High School, Aloha High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% OR state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Banks High School?
The graduation rate of Banks High School is 95%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Banks High School?
397 students attend Banks High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Banks High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Banks High School?
Banks High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Banks High School offer ?
Banks High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Banks High School part of?
Banks High School is part of Banks SD 13 School District.
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