For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,753 students in 97124, OR.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 97124, OR are J W Poynter Middle School and Evergreen Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 97124 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Oregon public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 45% statewide average). Middle schools in 97124, OR have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public middle school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97124, OR Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
J W Poynter Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1535 Ne Grant St
Hillsboro, OR 97124
(503) 844-1580
Hillsboro, OR 97124
(503) 844-1580
Gr: 7-8 | 703 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #22.
Evergreen Jr High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
29850 Nw Evergreen Rd
Hillsboro, OR 97124
(503) 844-1400
Hillsboro, OR 97124
(503) 844-1400
Gr: 7-8 | 728 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: n/an/a
5825 Ne Ray Cir
Hillsboro, OR 97124
(503) 614-1861
Hillsboro, OR 97124
(503) 614-1861
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 97124, OR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 97124, OR include J W Poynter Middle School and Evergreen Jr High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 97124?
4 public middle schools are located in 97124.
What is the racial composition of students in 97124?
97124 public middle schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public middle schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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