Serving 371 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wascher Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wascher Elementary School's student population of 371 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
371 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Rankings
Wascher Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wascher Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#483 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
34%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
59%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
5%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Mcminnville SD 40 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wascher Elementary School's ranking?
Wascher Elementary School is ranked #483 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Wascher Elementary School often compared to?
Wascher Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dayton Grade School, Memorial Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Wascher Elementary School?
371 students attend Wascher Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Wascher Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wascher Elementary School?
Wascher Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wascher Elementary School offer ?
Wascher Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wascher Elementary School part of?
Wascher Elementary School is part of Mcminnville SD 40 School District.
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