Serving 568 students in grades 6-8, Straub Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher 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 37% 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: 568 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Straub Middle School serves the northwest part of Salem, OR, covering an area of approximately 32.1 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.7 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Straub Middle School's student population of 568 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
568 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Straub 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 Straub 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
#416 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.5%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wolves
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Straub Middle School's ranking?
Straub Middle School is ranked #416 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Straub Middle School often compared to?
Straub Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walker Middle School, Judson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Straub Middle School?
568 students attend Straub Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Straub Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Straub Middle School?
Straub Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Straub Middle School offer ?
Straub Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Straub Middle School part of?
Straub Middle School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is Straub Middle School located?
Straub Middle School is located in the West Salem neighborhood of Salem, OR. There are 7 other public schools located in West Salem.
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