Serving 653 students in grades 6-8, North Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 653 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
North Middle School's student population of 653 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
653 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 740 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Middle School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#130 out of 740 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
13%
25%
Black
n/a
2%
White
77%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
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 North Middle School's ranking?
North Middle School is ranked #130 out of 740 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are North Middle School often compared to?
North Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% OR state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% OR state average).
How many students attend North Middle School?
653 students attend North Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of North Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Middle School?
North Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Middle School offer ?
North Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is North Middle School part of?
North Middle School is part of Grants Pass SD 7 School District.
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