Serving 589 students in grades 6-8, Pilot Butte Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pilot Butte Middle School serves the northeast part of Bend, OR, covering an area of approximately 47 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 12.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pilot Butte Middle School's student population of 589 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
589 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Pilot Butte Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pilot Butte Middle School is 0.42, 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
#337 out of 1174 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
19%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
White
74%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)58.1%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
15%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pilot Butte Middle School's ranking?
Pilot Butte Middle School is ranked #337 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Pilot Butte Middle School often compared to?
Pilot Butte Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cascade Middle School, Sky View Middle School, Pacific Crest Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Pilot Butte Middle School?
589 students attend Pilot Butte Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Pilot Butte Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pilot Butte Middle School?
Pilot Butte Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pilot Butte Middle School offer ?
Pilot Butte Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pilot Butte Middle School part of?
Pilot Butte Middle School is part of Bend-Lapine Administrative SD 1 School District.
In what neighborhood is Pilot Butte Middle School located?
Pilot Butte Middle School is located in the Orchard District neighborhood of Bend, OR. There are 2 other public schools located in Orchard District.
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