Serving 426 students in grades 6-8, Newport 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 16% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher 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 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Newport Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Newport school district, covering an extensive area of approximately 1,317.3 square miles in Newport, OR. Families may typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 25.3 miles and the furthest edge located 33.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Newport Middle School's student population of 426 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
426 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Newport 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 Newport 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
#773 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
37%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
50%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
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)49.8%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
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 Newport Middle School's ranking?
Newport Middle School is ranked #773 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Newport Middle School?
426 students attend Newport Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Newport Middle School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newport Middle School?
Newport Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Newport Middle School offer ?
Newport Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Newport Middle School part of?
Newport Middle School is part of Lincoln County School District.
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