Serving 419 students in grades 6-8, Astoria 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 23% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Astoria Middle School's student population of 419 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
419 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Astoria Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Astoria Middle School is 0.41, which is less 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
#711 out of 1196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
17%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
75%
58%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Astoria Middle School's ranking?
Astoria Middle School is ranked #711 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Astoria Middle School often compared to?
Astoria Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hilda Lahti Elementary School, Julius A Wendt Elementary/john C Thomas Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Astoria Middle School?
419 students attend Astoria Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Astoria Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Astoria Middle School?
Astoria Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Astoria Middle School offer ?
Astoria Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Astoria Middle School part of?
Astoria Middle School is part of Astoria SD 1 School District.
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