Serving 785 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 18% (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 21:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 785 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Claggett Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Claggett Creek Middle School's student population of 785 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
785 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Claggett Creek 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 Claggett Creek Middle School is 0.62, 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
#970 out of 1196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
49%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
37%
58%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
51%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Claggett Creek Middle School's ranking?
Claggett Creek Middle School is ranked #970 out of 1,196 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?
18% 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?
785 students attend Claggett Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Claggett Creek Middle School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% 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 21:1, 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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