Summary:
The city of Lafayette, Oregon has one elementary school, Wascher Elementary School, which serves students from kindergarten through 5th grade. While the data set is limited to a single school, it provides valuable insights into the school's performance and characteristics.
Wascher Elementary School has maintained a relatively consistent statewide ranking, placing between 288-311 out of 706-710 Oregon elementary schools over the past three years. The school's academic performance on state assessments (OSAS) is mixed, with some grade levels and subjects performing above the McMinnville School District 40 and state averages, while others fall below. For instance, 3rd grade math proficiency was higher than the district and state, but 5th grade math proficiency was lower. Additionally, the school has a concerning chronic absenteeism rate of 34.3%, which is an area that may require additional attention and support.
Wascher Elementary School serves a population with significant socioeconomic challenges, as evidenced by the high percentage of students (50.65%) eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. Despite these challenges, the school has access to significant resources, with a relatively high per-student spending of $17,777 and a low student-teacher ratio of 17.1. However, the inconsistent academic performance suggests that the school may need to evaluate how these resources are being utilized to maximize student learning and achievement.
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