Gordon Russell Middle School serves 657 students in grades 6-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40%) for the 2018-19 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 54%) for the 2018-19 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 657 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 1% in OR)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gordon Russell Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Gordon Russell Middle School's student population of 657 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
657 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gordon Russell Middle School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)32%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)49%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
32%
25%
Black
5%
2%
White
50%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
How many students attend Gordon Russell Middle School?
657 students attend Gordon Russell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Gordon Russell Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gordon Russell Middle School?
Gordon Russell Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gordon Russell Middle School offer ?
Gordon Russell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Gordon Russell Middle School part of?
Gordon Russell Middle School is part of Gresham-Barlow SD 10j School District.
School Reviews
5 5/24/2010
This school is terrific! With nice teachers, good meals, and lots of books to read. Any one who goes to school here learns alot!
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