Vale High School is a public high school in Vale, Oregon, United States. It is a part of Vale School District 84. The Vale School District takes students from Vale and Brogan, as well as the unincorporated community of Willowcreek.
Serving 296 students in grades 9-12, Vale High School ranks in the top 20% 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than 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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vale High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Vale High School's student population of 296 students has grown by 12% 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
296 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Colors
White, Black
School Calendar
School Motto
Viking Pride... Know it, Live it, Celebrate it!
School Rankings
Vale High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vale High School is 0.35, 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
#183 out of 1174 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
20%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
78%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Viking
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vale High School's ranking?
Vale High School is ranked #183 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Vale High School often compared to?
Vale High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nyssa Elementary School, Adrian Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vale High School?
The graduation rate of Vale High School is 90%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Vale High School?
296 students attend Vale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Vale High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vale High School?
Vale High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Vale High School offer ?
Vale High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Vale High School part of?
Vale High School is part of Vale SD 84 School District.
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