Serving 997 students in grades 6-8, Waldo 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% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% 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: 997 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Waldo Middle School serves the east part of Salem, OR, covering an area of approximately 8.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical driving time of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waldo Middle School's student population of 997 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
997 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Waldo 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 Waldo 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
#1107 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
72%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
12%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
9%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)65%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waldo Middle School's ranking?
Waldo Middle School is ranked #1107 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Waldo Middle School often compared to?
Waldo Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parrish Middle School, Crossler Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Waldo Middle School?
997 students attend Waldo Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Waldo Middle School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 9% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waldo Middle School?
Waldo Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Waldo Middle School offer ?
Waldo Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waldo Middle School part of?
Waldo Middle School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is Waldo Middle School located?
Waldo Middle School is located in the Lansing neighborhood of Salem, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Lansing.
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