Serving 609 students in grades 6-8, Sandstone Middle School ranks in the top 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 26% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (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 65% 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: 609 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sandstone Middle School serves the northeast part of Hermiston, OR, covering an attendance zone of approximately 81.4 square miles, with most students living within a 15-20 minute drive. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 8.7 miles, extending up to 19.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sandstone Middle School's student population of 609 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
609 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
40 acres
School Rankings
Sandstone Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandstone Middle School is 0.52, 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
#579 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
60%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
35%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.2%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandstone Middle School's ranking?
Sandstone Middle School is ranked #579 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Sandstone Middle School often compared to?
Sandstone Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Armand Larive Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Sandstone Middle School?
609 students attend Sandstone Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Sandstone Middle School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sandstone Middle School?
Sandstone Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sandstone Middle School offer ?
Sandstone Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sandstone Middle School part of?
Sandstone Middle School is part of Hermiston SD 8 School District.
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