Serving 410 students in grades 6-8, North Marion 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 17% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% 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: 410 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Marion Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Aurora, OR, covering approximately 43.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.2 miles from the school to the furthest edge of the zone, which is about 5.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Marion Middle School's student population of 410 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
410 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Motto
Instill a desire for life-long learning and equip each student with the competence and confidence to meet the challenges of our ever-changing world.
School Rankings
North Marion 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 North Marion Middle School is 0.56, 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
#994 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
53%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
40%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Marion Middle School's ranking?
North Marion Middle School is ranked #994 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend North Marion Middle School?
410 students attend North Marion Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of North Marion Middle School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Marion Middle School?
North Marion Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Marion Middle School offer ?
North Marion Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Marion Middle School part of?
North Marion Middle School is part of North Marion SD 15 School District.
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