Serving 426 students in grades 6-8, Jefferson County 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 21% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jefferson County Middle School serves the eastern part of its district in Madras, OR, covering approximately 520.5 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being 34.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jefferson County Middle School's student population of 426 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
426 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jefferson County 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 Jefferson County Middle School is 0.61, 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
#805 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
9%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
51%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
36%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.9%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson County Middle School's ranking?
Jefferson County Middle School is ranked #805 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Jefferson County Middle School?
426 students attend Jefferson County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Jefferson County Middle School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 9% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson County Middle School?
Jefferson County Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jefferson County Middle School offer ?
Jefferson County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jefferson County Middle School part of?
Jefferson County Middle School is part of Jefferson County SD 509j School District.
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