Kelly Middle School

850 Howard Ave
Eugene, OR 97404
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 412 students in grades 6-8, Kelly 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Oregon state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 412 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : Top 50% in OR
  • : 21-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Kelly Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Kelly Middle School's student population of 412 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
412 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
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School Rankings

Kelly Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 740 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kelly Middle School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (OR)
#281 out of 740 schools
(Top 50%)
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21-39%
32%
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50-59%
47%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
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American Indian
2%
1%
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Asian
2%
4%
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Hispanic
30%
25%
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Black
1%
2%
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White
52%
60%
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Hawaiian
1%
1%
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Two or more races
12%
7%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.63
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Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
43%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kelly Middle School's ranking?
Kelly Middle School is ranked #281 out of 740 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Kelly Middle School often compared to?
Kelly Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arts And Technology At Jefferson by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% OR state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% OR state average).
How many students attend Kelly Middle School?
412 students attend Kelly Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Kelly Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kelly Middle School?
Kelly Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kelly Middle School offer ?
Kelly Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Kelly Middle School part of?
Kelly Middle School is part of Eugene SD 4j School District.

School Reviews

3   4/14/2021
I have had no issues with this school so far. I'm currently in 7th grade enrolled in Kelly middle school in the Japanese Immersion program. It's a very mid school. teachers and faculty are fine and students attending KMS are mid as well.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - second year student.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 412 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 21-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

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