Serving 594 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 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 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 594 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Alice Ott Middle School serves the southern part of Portland, OR, covering an area of approximately 4.1 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, and the furthest edge being about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alice Ott Middle School's student population of 594 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
594 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alice Ott Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alice Ott Middle School is 0.79, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#603 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
16%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
31%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.8%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
14%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alice Ott Middle School's ranking?
Alice Ott Middle School is ranked #603 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Alice Ott Middle School?
594 students attend Alice Ott Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Alice Ott Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% 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 18:1, which is higher 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alice Ott Middle School part of?
Alice Ott Middle School is part of David Douglas SD 40 School District.
In what neighborhood is Alice Ott Middle School located?
Alice Ott Middle School is located in the Powellhurst Gilbert neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 3 other public schools located in Powellhurst Gilbert.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
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!!
5 10/10/2025
AO is awesome. Teachers are nice,they understand and support you.Explain the work and smile everyday to you.
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