Serving 600 students in grades 6-8, Highland Park Middle School ranks in the top 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 52% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 600 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Highland Park Middle School serves the southern part of Beaverton, OR, covering an area of approximately 5.6 square miles, where most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest distance being about 3.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Highland Park Middle School's student population of 600 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
600 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2024
School Calendar
School Rankings
Highland Park Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Park Middle School is 0.60, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#431 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.5%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. 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 Highland Park Middle School's ranking?
Highland Park Middle School is ranked #431 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 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 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Highland Park Middle School?
600 students attend Highland Park Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Highland Park Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland Park Middle School?
Highland Park Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Highland Park Middle School offer ?
Highland Park Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highland Park Middle School part of?
Highland Park Middle School is part of Beaverton SD 48j School District.
In what neighborhood is Highland Park Middle School located?
Highland Park Middle School is located in the Highland neighborhood of Beaverton, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Highland.
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