Serving 321 students in grades 6-8, Harriet Tubman 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 23% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harriet Tubman Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Harriet Tubman Middle School's student population of 321 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
321 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Harriet Tubman 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 Harriet Tubman Middle School is 0.73, 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
#824 out of 1196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
18%
26%
Black
28%
3%
White
38%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
13%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
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 Harriet Tubman Middle School's ranking?
Harriet Tubman Middle School is ranked #824 out of 1,196 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Harriet Tubman Middle School?
321 students attend Harriet Tubman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Harriet Tubman Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harriet Tubman Middle School?
Harriet Tubman Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harriet Tubman Middle School offer ?
Harriet Tubman Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harriet Tubman Middle School part of?
Harriet Tubman Middle School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Harriet Tubman Middle School located?
Harriet Tubman Middle School is located in the North Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 14 other public schools located in North Portland.
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