Serving 735 students in grades 6-8, Leslie 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 20% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 735 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leslie Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Leslie Middle School's student population of 735 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
735 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1927
School Rankings
Leslie Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leslie Middle School is 0.63, 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
#818 out of 1196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
36%
26%
Black
2%
3%
White
49%
58%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lions
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leslie Middle School's ranking?
Leslie Middle School is ranked #818 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Leslie Middle School often compared to?
Leslie Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Judson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Leslie Middle School?
735 students attend Leslie Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Leslie Middle School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leslie Middle School?
Leslie Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Leslie Middle School offer ?
Leslie Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Leslie Middle School part of?
Leslie Middle School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is Leslie Middle School located?
Leslie Middle School is located in the Morningside neighborhood of Salem, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Morningside.
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