Serving 567 students in grades 6-8, Sellwood Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 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 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 567 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sellwood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sellwood Middle School's student population of 567 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
567 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Sellwood Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sellwood Middle School is 0.39, 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
#77 out of 1174 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
8%
26%
Black
2%
3%
White
77%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sellwood Middle School's ranking?
Sellwood Middle School is ranked #77 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Sellwood Middle School often compared to?
Sellwood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winterhaven School, Riverdale Grade School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Sellwood Middle School?
567 students attend Sellwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Sellwood Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sellwood Middle School?
Sellwood Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sellwood Middle School offer ?
Sellwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sellwood Middle School part of?
Sellwood Middle School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Sellwood Middle School located?
Sellwood Middle School is located in the Southeast Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 9 other public schools located in Southeast Portland.
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