Serving 753 students in grades 6-8, Patton Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 753 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 1% in OR)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Patton Middle School's student population of 753 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
753 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Patton Middle School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)43%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)50%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
44%
25%
Black
1%
2%
White
50%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Patton Middle School often compared to?
Patton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Duniway Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
How many students attend Patton Middle School?
753 students attend Patton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Patton Middle School students are White, 44% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Patton Middle School?
Patton Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Patton Middle School offer ?
Patton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Patton Middle School part of?
Patton Middle School is part of Mcminnville SD 40 School District.
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