Serving 235 students in grades 7-8, Taft 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 36% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Taft Middle School's student population of 235 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
235 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Taft 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 Taft Middle School is 0.57, 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
#972 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
27%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
60%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.9%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
n/a
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taft Middle School's ranking?
Taft Middle School is ranked #972 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
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 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Taft Middle School?
235 students attend Taft Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Taft Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Taft Middle School?
Taft Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Taft Middle School offer ?
Taft Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Taft Middle School part of?
Taft Middle School is part of Lincoln County School District.
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