For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,410 students in La Grande, OR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in La Grande, OR are Island City Elementary School, Central Elementary School and La Grande Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
La Grande, OR public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Oregon public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in La Grande have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Oregon public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in La Grande, OR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Island City Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10201 W 4th St
La Grande, OR 97850
(541) 663-3270
La Grande, OR 97850
(541) 663-3270
Gr: K-5 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
701 H Ave
La Grande, OR 97850
(541) 663-3500
La Grande, OR 97850
(541) 663-3500
Gr: K-5 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
La Grande Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1108 4th St
La Grande, OR 97850
(541) 663-3421
La Grande, OR 97850
(541) 663-3421
Gr: 6-8 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #44.
Greenwood Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2300 N Spruce St
La Grande, OR 97850
(541) 663-3580
La Grande, OR 97850
(541) 663-3580
Gr: K-5 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in La Grande, OR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in La Grande, OR include Island City Elementary School, Central Elementary School and La Grande Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in La Grande?
4 public elementary schools are located in La Grande.
What is the racial composition of students in La Grande?
La Grande public elementary schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in La Grande are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in La Grande include: Central Elementary School vs. Greenwood Elementary School, Greenwood Elementary School vs. Central Elementary School, Island City Elementary School vs. Central Elementary School
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