Serving 329 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 top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (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 14:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harriet Tubman Middle School's student population of 329 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
329 students
Showing 2005–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2005–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harriet Tubman 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 Harriet Tubman Middle School is 0.74, 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
#727 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2005–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2003–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
4%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
27%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
24%
2%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
57%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2005–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.6%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
67%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
7%
Showing 2001–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harriet Tubman Middle School's ranking?
Harriet Tubman Middle School is ranked #727 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?
28% 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?
329 students attend Harriet Tubman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Harriet Tubman Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 3% 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 14:1, 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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