Serving 1,014 students in grades 6-8, Stephens 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 13% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,014 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Stephens Middle School serves the northeast part of Salem, OR, covering an area of approximately 6.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, and the average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 2 miles, with the furthest edge being 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stephens Middle School's student population of 1,014 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,014 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Stephens 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 Stephens Middle School is 0.46, 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
#1083 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
72%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
16%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57.7%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
12%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Yellow
School Mascot
Bulldog
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stephens Middle School's ranking?
Stephens Middle School is ranked #1083 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Stephens Middle School often compared to?
Stephens Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Claggett Creek Middle School, Judson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Stephens Middle School?
1,014 students attend Stephens Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Stephens Middle School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stephens Middle School?
Stephens Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Stephens Middle School offer ?
Stephens Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stephens Middle School part of?
Stephens Middle School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is Stephens Middle School located?
Stephens Middle School is located in the Northgate neighborhood of Salem, OR. There are 7 other public schools located in Northgate.
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