Serving 798 students in grades 6-8, Claggett Creek 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 17% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 798 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Claggett Creek Middle School serves the northern part of Salem, OR, covering an area of approximately 11.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.3 miles to the school's boundaries, extending up to 4.4 miles at its farthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Claggett Creek Middle School's student population of 798 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
798 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Claggett Creek 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 Claggett Creek Middle School is 0.61, 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
#975 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
52%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
34%
57%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
7%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.6%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panthers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Claggett Creek Middle School's ranking?
Claggett Creek Middle School is ranked #975 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Claggett Creek Middle School often compared to?
Claggett Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Houck Middle School, Weddle Elementary School, Jefferson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Claggett Creek Middle School?
798 students attend Claggett Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Claggett Creek Middle School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Claggett Creek Middle School?
Claggett Creek Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Claggett Creek Middle School offer ?
Claggett Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Claggett Creek Middle School part of?
Claggett Creek Middle School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
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