Serving 345 students in grades 6-8, Shasta Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 16% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shasta Middle School's student population of 345 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
345 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shasta Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shasta Middle School is 0.56, 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
#1021 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
19%
26%
Black
3%
3%
White
63%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
10%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.6%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Thunderbird
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shasta Middle School's ranking?
Shasta Middle School is ranked #1021 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Shasta Middle School often compared to?
Shasta Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cascade Middle School, Roosevelt Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Shasta Middle School?
345 students attend Shasta Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Shasta Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shasta Middle School?
Shasta Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Shasta Middle School offer ?
Shasta Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shasta Middle School part of?
Shasta Middle School is part of Bethel SD 52 School District.
In what neighborhood is Shasta Middle School located?
Shasta Middle School is located in the Bethel Danebo neighborhood of Eugene, OR. There are 6 other public schools located in Bethel Danebo.
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