Serving 524 students in grades 6-8, Thurston 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 32% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher 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 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Thurston Middle School serves the east part of Springfield, OR, covering an area of approximately 118.9 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 15.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thurston Middle School's student population of 524 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
524 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thurston 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 Thurston Middle School is 0.42, 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
#410 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
13%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
75%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.7%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thurston Middle School's ranking?
Thurston Middle School is ranked #410 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Thurston Middle School often compared to?
Thurston Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Agnes Stewart Middle School, Briggs Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Thurston Middle School?
524 students attend Thurston Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Thurston Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thurston Middle School?
Thurston Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Thurston Middle School offer ?
Thurston Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thurston Middle School part of?
Thurston Middle School is part of Springfield SD 19 School District.
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