Serving 329 students in grades 6-8, Philomath 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 top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20% in OR)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Philomath Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Philomath Middle School's student population of 329 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
329 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Philomath Middle School is 0.28, 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)
≥50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)62%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
11%
25%
Black
1%
2%
White
84%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
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 Philomath Middle School often compared to?
Philomath Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cheldelin Middle School, Linus Pauling Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% OR state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
How many students attend Philomath Middle School?
329 students attend Philomath Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Philomath Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Philomath Middle School?
Philomath Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Philomath Middle School offer ?
Philomath Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Philomath Middle School part of?
Philomath Middle School is part of Philomath SD 17j School District.
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