Serving 198 students in grades 6-8, Gervais 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 198 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gervais Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Gervais school district, encompassing approximately 70 square miles around the city of Gervais, OR. The average distance from the school to the zone's edge is about 5.5 miles, with the furthest point being 8.7 miles away, and most families typically experience a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gervais Middle School's student population of 198 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
198 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Gervais 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 Gervais Middle School is 0.44, 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
#1060 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
70%
26%
White
28%
57%
Two or more races
1%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.5%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gervais Middle School's ranking?
Gervais Middle School is ranked #1060 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Gervais Middle School?
198 students attend Gervais Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Gervais Middle School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gervais Middle School?
Gervais Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gervais Middle School offer ?
Gervais Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gervais Middle School part of?
Gervais Middle School is part of Gervais SD 1 School District.
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