For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,331 students in 97838, OR.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 97838, OR are Sandstone Middle School and Armand Larive Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 97838 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Oregon public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 45% statewide average). Middle schools in 97838, OR have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Oregon public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public middle school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97838, OR Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sandstone Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
400 Ne 10th St
Hermiston, OR 97838
(541) 667-6300
Hermiston, OR 97838
(541) 667-6300
Gr: 6-8 | 609 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Armand Larive Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1497 Sw 9th St
Hermiston, OR 97838
(541) 667-6200
Hermiston, OR 97838
(541) 667-6200
Gr: 6-8 | 722 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
97838, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
290 West Punkin Center
Hermiston, OR 97838
(541) 667-6000
Hermiston, OR 97838
(541) 667-6000
Gr: 6-8
Innovative Learning Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
600 S 1st St
Hermiston, OR 97838
(541) 667-6100
Hermiston, OR 97838
(541) 667-6100
Gr: K-12 | 129 students Student-teacher ratio: 65:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 97838, OR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 97838, OR include Sandstone Middle School and Armand Larive Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 97838?
2 public middle schools are located in 97838.
What is the racial composition of students in 97838?
97838 public middle schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public middle schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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