Serving 531 students in grades 6-8, Molalla River 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 23% (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 19:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% 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: 531 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Molalla River Middle School serves the southwest part of its school district in Molalla, OR, covering an area of approximately 140 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 20.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Molalla River Middle School's student population of 531 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
531 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
'Growing Exceptional Futures'
School Rankings
Molalla River 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 Molalla River Middle School is 0.45, 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
#740 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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)46%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
11%
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 Molalla River Middle School's ranking?
Molalla River Middle School is ranked #740 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?
23% 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 Molalla River Middle School?
531 students attend Molalla River Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Molalla River Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Molalla River Middle School?
Molalla River Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Molalla River Middle School offer ?
Molalla River Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Molalla River Middle School part of?
Molalla River Middle School is part of Molalla River SD 35 School District.
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