Serving 592 students in grades 6-8, Alice Ott Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2018-2019 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower 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 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 592 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Math Proficiency: 37%
- Reading Proficiency: 52%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alice Ott Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Alice Ott Middle School's student population of 592 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
592 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Alice Ott Middle School is 0.77, which is more 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)37%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)52%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
15%
4%
Hispanic
22%
25%
Black
13%
2%
White
37%
60%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
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 Alice Ott Middle School often compared to?
Alice Ott Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ron Russell Middle School, Floyd Light Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
How many students attend Alice Ott Middle School?
592 students attend Alice Ott Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Alice Ott Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alice Ott Middle School?
Alice Ott Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Alice Ott Middle School offer ?
Alice Ott Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Alice Ott Middle School part of?
Alice Ott Middle School is part of David Douglas SD 40 School District.
School Reviews
5 8/9/2010
AO is awesome. Teachers are nice,they understand and support you.Explain the work and smile everyday to you.
2 2/22/2010
AO is the worst school I've ever been to. It has horrible kids who are dumber than rocks and are problem kids. The teachers are mean and all they do is suspend you and stress you out. It is in the ghetto and it has the worst vice principal in the world. I hate Alice Ott!!
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