Serving 804 students in grades 6-8, Crossler Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is equal to the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 804 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Crossler Middle School's student population of 804 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
804 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Crossler 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 Crossler Middle School is 0.57, 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
#589 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
20%
26%
Black
2%
3%
White
62%
57%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
9%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.1%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crossler Middle School's ranking?
Crossler Middle School is ranked #589 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Crossler Middle School often compared to?
Crossler Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Judson Middle School, Waldo Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Crossler Middle School?
804 students attend Crossler Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Crossler Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crossler Middle School?
Crossler Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Crossler Middle School offer ?
Crossler Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crossler Middle School part of?
Crossler Middle School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is Crossler Middle School located?
Crossler Middle School is located in the Sunnyslope neighborhood of Salem, OR. There are 3 other public schools located in Sunnyslope.
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