Stayton High School is a public high school in Stayton, Oregon, United States. Formerly known as Stayton Union High School, and established proper in 1921, Stayton High School became a unified school in 1949.
Serving 676 students in grades 9-12, Stayton High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower 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 19:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% 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: 676 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stayton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Stayton High School's student population of 676 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
676 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1921
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Stayton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stayton High School is 0.45, 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
#878 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
22%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
71%
58%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stayton High School's ranking?
Stayton High School is ranked #878 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Stayton High School often compared to?
Stayton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sprague High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Stayton High School?
The graduation rate of Stayton High School is 95%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Stayton High School?
676 students attend Stayton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Stayton High School students are White, 22% 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 Stayton High School?
Stayton High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Stayton High School offer ?
Stayton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stayton High School part of?
Stayton High School is part of North Santiam SD 29j School District.
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