Serving 283 students in grades 6-8, Nyssa Middle 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 22% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% 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: 283 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nyssa Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Nyssa Middle School's student population of 283 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
283 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nyssa Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 740 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nyssa Middle School is 0.45, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#565 out of 740 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
68%
25%
Black
n/a
2%
White
30%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 is Nyssa Middle School's ranking?
Nyssa Middle School is ranked #565 out of 740 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% OR state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% OR state average).
How many students attend Nyssa Middle School?
283 students attend Nyssa Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Nyssa Middle School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nyssa Middle School?
Nyssa Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Nyssa Middle School offer ?
Nyssa Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Nyssa Middle School part of?
Nyssa Middle School is part of Nyssa SD 26 School District.
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