Wascher Elementary School

Summary:

Wascher Elementary School is a public elementary school located in Lafayette, Oregon, serving grades K-5 with a total enrollment of 383 students. The school is part of the McMinnville School District 40, which is ranked 32 out of 140 districts in Oregon and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.

While Wascher Elementary School has seen a decline in its statewide ranking over the past few years, dropping from 122nd out of 709 Oregon elementary schools in 2017-2018 to 311th out of 710 in 2023-2024, the school's performance for its Hispanic student population is exceptional, ranking 28th out of 365 Oregon elementary schools in 2023-2024 with a 5-star rating. However, the school's performance for male students, white students, English Language Learners, and Special Education students is relatively lower, with 2-star ratings in recent years. Despite the high percentage of students from low-income backgrounds, Wascher Elementary School's performance for this subgroup is relatively strong, ranking 73rd out of 523 Oregon elementary schools in 2023-2024.

When compared to other nearby elementary schools, Wascher Elementary School's performance is mixed. While it outperforms some schools, such as Sue Buel Elementary and Dayton Grade School, it lags behind higher-performing schools like Memorial Elementary and Ewing Young Elementary. This highlights the need for Wascher to learn from and collaborate with its higher-performing peers to improve its overall academic outcomes.


Detail:

Public K-5

 986 7th St
       Lafayette, OR  97127


(503) 565-5400

District: McMinnville School District 40

SchoolDigger Rank:
311th of 710 Oregon Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $17,777 Help


Students who attend Wascher Elementary School usually attend:

Middle:    Patton Middle School
High:    McMinnville High School

Student/teacher ratio:  17.1 Help
Number of students:  385

Racial breakdown:

White:
57.7%
Hispanic:
34.8%
Two or more races:
5.5%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  50.6% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Wascher Elementary School ranks better than 56.2% of elementary schools in Oregon. It also ranks 3rd among 6 ranked elementary schools in the McMinnville School District 40. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 49.8. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Wascher Elementary School has the smallest elementary school student body size in the McMinnville School District 40. Racial makeup is: White (57.7%), Hispanic (34.8%), two or more races (5.5%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 50.6% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Wascher Elementary School is 17.1, which is the highest among 6 elementary schools in the McMinnville School District 40! (See more...)
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Compare Wascher Elementary School employs 22.4 full-time teachers.
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Wascher Elementary School is $17,777. 3 elementary schools in the McMinnville School District 40 spend more per student.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Wascher Elementary School:

SchoolDigger ranks Wascher Elementary School 311th of 710 Oregon public elementary schools. (See Wascher Elementary School in the ranking list.)

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McMinnville School District 40:

SchoolDigger ranks McMinnville School District 40 32nd of 140 Oregon school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Wascher Elementary School

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Rank History for all students at Wascher Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools OR State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 63.22 208th 586 64.5%
2005 67.72 180th 629 71.4%
2006 76.63 88th 636 86.2%
2007 56.60 270th 652 58.6%
2008 39.30 457th 655 30.2%
2009 58.66 286th 665 57.0%
2010 49.04 385th 674 42.9%
2011 46.91 406th 695 41.6%
2012 77.83 126th 730 82.7%
2013 66.60 213th 707 69.9%
2014 57.42 296th 695 57.4%
2015 48.80 341st 706 51.7%
2016 67.73 200th 697 71.3%
2017 71.95 170th 701 75.7%
2018 78.07 122nd 709 82.8%
2019 71.00 170th 705 75.9%
2022 49.35 323rd 706 54.2%
2023 49.69 310th 706 56.1%
2024 49.80 311th 710 56.2%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Wascher Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools OR State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 78.88 10th 179 94.4%
2019 72.00 8th 97 91.8%
2022 48.59 22nd 80 72.5%
2023 40.21 53rd 87 39.1%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Wascher Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools OR State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 66.56 83rd 481 82.7%
2019 54.43 101st 303 66.7%
2022 41.13 111th 215 48.4%
2023 28.19 179th 231 22.5%
2024 37.60 160th 299 46.5%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Wascher Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools OR State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 91.91 8th 640 98.8%
2019 91.06 14th 597 97.7%
2022 49.67 320th 703 54.5%
2023 68.99 129th 595 78.3%
2024 70.42 73rd 523 86.0%
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Rank History for Female students at Wascher Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools OR State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 82.89 86th 681 87.4%
2019 64.08 203rd 621 67.3%
2022 57.91 231st 646 64.2%
2023 55.75 249th 652 61.8%
2024 57.89 226th 658 65.7%
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Rank History for Male students at Wascher Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools OR State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 66.54 205th 680 69.9%
2019 55.92 242nd 623 61.2%
2022 40.53 374th 654 42.8%
2023 43.94 346th 665 48.0%
2024 41.99 350th 662 47.1%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Wascher Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools OR State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 83.83 36th 475 92.4%
2019 89.24 14th 364 96.2%
2022 72.91 47th 339 86.1%
2023 66.15 66th 360 81.7%
2024 81.22 28th 365 92.3%
See the entire list of Best Oregon Elementary Schools for Hispanic Students!

Rank History for White students at Wascher Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools OR State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 77.73 121st 683 82.3%
2019 65.76 199th 662 69.9%
2022 44.48 360th 666 45.9%
2023 52.44 299th 656 54.4%
2024 44.36 351st 670 47.6%
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Data source: test scores: Oregon Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Oregon Department of Education

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Enrollment information for Wascher Elementary School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 162 1 0 16 0 n/a n/a 0 179
1989 143 0 0 9 0 n/a n/a 0 152
1990 156 0 0 17 0 n/a n/a 0 173
1991 156 0 0 20 0 n/a n/a 0 176
1992 147 0 0 23 0 n/a n/a 0 170
1993 137 0 1 20 0 n/a n/a 0 158
1994 135 0 2 19 1 n/a n/a 0 157
1995 151 0 1 22 0 n/a n/a 0 174
1996 151 0 1 22 0 n/a n/a 0 174
1997 166 0 1 46 0 n/a n/a 0 213
1998 176 0 2 44 0 n/a n/a 0 222
1999 167 60 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 228
2000 209 0 1 67 0 n/a n/a 0 277
2001 218 0 1 74 0 n/a n/a 0 293
2002 229 1 2 83 5 n/a n/a 5 325
2003 229 1 2 83 5 n/a n/a 5 325
2004 225 0 1 85 9 n/a n/a 10 330
2005 211 0 1 97 4 n/a n/a 17 330
2006 218 0 0 85 7 n/a n/a 0 310
2007 225 1 2 113 8 n/a n/a 19 368
2008 234 0 4 115 6 n/a n/a 23 382
2009 259 0 4 133 3 n/a n/a 17 416
2010 276 2 7 134 1 n/a n/a 0 420
2011 263 7 0 120 1 6 0 0 397
2012 278 4 0 109 0 6 3 0 400
2013 259 5 1 99 3 4 3 0 374
2014 231 10 2 130 4 5 5 0 387
2015 230 12 5 130 1 1 5 0 384
2016 256 7 4 131 1 0 3 0 402
2017 290 7 3 136 1 0 3 0 440
2018 295 7 4 121 2 0 4 0 433
2019 260 3 2 134 1 1 9 0 410
2020 263 1 2 115 3 3 8 0 395
2021 222 2 2 122 1 3 10 0 362
2022 195 1 1 134 2 2 13 0 348
2023 212 1 0 145 4 2 18 1 383
2024 222 1 0 134 3 3 21 1 385

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Wascher Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 179 9.5 18.8 n/a
1989 152 8.0 19.0 32.2
1990 173 8.0 21.6 35.8
1991 176 9.5 18.5 41.5
1992 170 8.0 21.2 48.2
1993 158 10.9 14.5 42.4
1994 157 9.8 16.0 37.6
1995 174 8.4 20.7 43.1
1996 174 8.4 20.7 43.1
1997 213 9.7 22.0 51.6
1998 222 12.4 17.9 35.6
1999 228 10.7 21.3 51.8
2000 277 13.1 21.1 51.3
2001 293 15.0 19.5 55.3
2002 325 15.2 21.4 51.6
2003 325 15.2 21.4 51.6
2004 330 17.7 18.6 55.9
2005 330 17.4 19.0 57.8
2006 310 16.0 19.4 54.5
2007 368 20.1 18.3 56.7
2008 382 21.2 18.0 63.5
2009 416 23.7 17.5 59.9
2010 420 21.1 19.8 62.6
2011 397 21.2 18.6 61
2012 400 20.4 19.5 59.8
2013 374 19.9 18.7 59.1
2014 387 19.9 19.4 64.9
2015 384 21.0 18.2 63.8
2016 402 22.0 18.2 63.7
2017 440 22.7 19.3 63.6
2018 433 22.9 18.8 63.7
2019 410 22.9 17.8 63.7
2020 395 21.0 18.7 63.8
2021 362 23.1 15.6 n/a
2022 348 25.0 13.8 n/a
2023 383 27.1 14.1 72.1
2024 385 22.4 17.1 50.6

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Wascher Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 179 9.5 18.8 n/a
1989 152 8.0 19.0 32.2
1990 173 8.0 21.6 35.8
1991 176 9.5 18.5 41.5
1992 170 8.0 21.2 48.2
1993 158 10.9 14.5 42.4
1994 157 9.8 16.0 37.6
1995 174 8.4 20.7 43.1
1996 174 8.4 20.7 43.1
1997 213 9.7 22.0 51.6
1998 222 12.4 17.9 35.6
1999 228 10.7 21.3 51.8
2000 277 13.1 21.1 51.3
2001 293 15.0 19.5 55.3
2002 325 15.2 21.4 51.6
2003 325 15.2 21.4 51.6
2004 330 17.7 18.6 55.9
2005 330 17.4 19.0 57.8
2006 310 16.0 19.4 54.5
2007 368 20.1 18.3 56.7
2008 382 21.2 18.0 63.5
2009 416 23.7 17.5 59.9
2010 420 21.1 19.8 62.6
2011 397 21.2 18.6 61
2012 400 20.4 19.5 59.8
2013 374 19.9 18.7 59.1
2014 387 19.9 19.4 64.9
2015 384 21.0 18.2 63.8
2016 402 22.0 18.2 63.7
2017 440 22.7 19.3 63.6
2018 433 22.9 18.8 63.7
2019 410 22.9 17.8 63.7
2020 395 21.0 18.7 63.8
2021 362 23.1 15.6 n/a
2022 348 25.0 13.8 n/a
2023 383 27.1 14.1 72.1
2024 385 22.4 17.1 50.6

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Wascher Elementary School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 n/a n/a $12,958
2020 n/a n/a $13,792
2021 n/a n/a $15,662
2022 $2,667 (15.3%) $14,748 (84.7%) $17,415
2023 $2,797 (15.7%) $14,980 (84.3%) $17,776

Data source: Oregon Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Wascher Elementary School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 170th of 705 Elementary schoolsRanks 310th of 706 Elementary schools
 19.8%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Wascher Elementary School)52.934.3
 18.6%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (McMinnville School District 40)51.736
 15.7%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Oregon)46.539.4
 7.1%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Wascher Elementary School)73.544.8
 28.7%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (McMinnville School District 40)63.543.5
 20%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Oregon)46.439.7
 6.7%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Wascher Elementary School)5035.8
 14.2%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (McMinnville School District 40)53.942.1
 11.8%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Oregon)49.242.3
 6.9%
4th Grade Mathematics (Wascher Elementary School)56.735.8
 20.9%
   4th Grade Mathematics (McMinnville School District 40)53.437
 16.4%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Oregon)43.237.6
 5.6%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Wascher Elementary School)63.952.9
 11%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (McMinnville School District 40)59.248.6
 10.6%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Oregon)5447.1
 6.9%
5th Grade Mathematics (Wascher Elementary School)52.135.7
 16.4%
   5th Grade Mathematics (McMinnville School District 40)43.634
 9.6%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Oregon)37.830.7
 7.1%
5th Grade Science (Wascher Elementary School)39.431
 8.4%
   5th Grade Science (McMinnville School District 40)33.229.1
 4.1%
   5th Grade Science (Oregon)34.730.3
 4.4%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students410383
 6.6%
African American31
 66.7%
American Indian14
 300%
Asian20
 100%
Hispanic134145
 8.2%
Pacific Islander12
 100%
White260212
 18.5%
Two or More Races918
 100%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients63.7%72.1%
 8.4%


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Wascher Elementary School ranks 311th of 710 Oregon elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

Students who attend Wascher Elementary School usually go on to attend:

Middle : Patton Middle School
High : McMinnville High School

Students at Wascher Elementary School are 58% White, 35% Hispanic, 5% Two or more races.

In the 2023-24 school year, 385 students attended Wascher Elementary School.


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