Wascher Elementary School

986 7th St
Lafayette, OR 97127
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6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 385 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 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 385 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 42%
  • : Top 50% in OR
  • : 38% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

School Overview

Wascher Elementary School's student population of 385 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
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Total Students
385 students
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Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
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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.
This School
State Level (OR)
#483 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
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38%
31%
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40-44%
44%
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20-29%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
n/a
4%
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Hispanic
35%
26%
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Black
n/a
3%
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White
58%
58%
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Hawaiian
1%
1%
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Two or more races
5%
7%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.54
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Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
51%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
11%
8%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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?
385 students attend Wascher Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Wascher Elementary School students are White, 35% 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 18:1, which is higher 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 School District 40.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 385 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 42%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 38% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

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