Serving 164 students in grades 6-8, Hines 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 35-39% (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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 164 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hines Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Hines, OR, covering an extensive area of approximately 1,309.9 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 23.7 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 38 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hines Middle School's student population of 164 students has declined by 5% 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
164 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
1930
School Motto
Home of the Scotties!
School Rankings
Hines 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 Hines Middle School is 0.36, 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
#868 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
7%
1%
Hispanic
9%
26%
White
79%
57%
Two or more races
5%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.4%
43.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hines Middle School's ranking?
Hines Middle School is ranked #868 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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Hines Middle School?
164 students attend Hines Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Hines Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are American Indian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hines Middle School?
Hines Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hines Middle School offer ?
Hines Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hines Middle School part of?
Hines Middle School is part of Harney County SD 3 School District.
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