Serving 139 students in grades 6-8, Vernonia 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% 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: 139 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vernonia Middle School's student population of 139 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
139 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
We will open the doors for all to discover the world of endless possibilities.
School Rankings
Vernonia 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 Vernonia Middle School is 0.27, 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
#1088 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
7%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
85%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.9%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vernonia Middle School's ranking?
Vernonia Middle School is ranked #1088 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Vernonia Middle School?
139 students attend Vernonia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Vernonia Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vernonia Middle School?
Vernonia Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Vernonia Middle School offer ?
Vernonia Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vernonia Middle School part of?
Vernonia Middle School is part of Vernonia SD 47j School District.
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