Serving 422 students in grades 6-8, Chehalem Valley Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher 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 21:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chehalem Valley Middle School serves a central area in Newberg, OR, covering approximately 1.4 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chehalem Valley Middle School's student population of 422 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
422 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Chehalem Valley Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chehalem Valley Middle School is 0.40, 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
#345 out of 1174 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.2%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
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 Chehalem Valley Middle School's ranking?
Chehalem Valley Middle School is ranked #345 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Chehalem Valley Middle School often compared to?
Chehalem Valley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Duniway Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% 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 Chehalem Valley Middle School?
422 students attend Chehalem Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Chehalem Valley Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chehalem Valley Middle School?
Chehalem Valley Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chehalem Valley Middle School offer ?
Chehalem Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chehalem Valley Middle School part of?
Chehalem Valley Middle School is part of Newberg SD 29j School District.
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