Serving 383 students in grades 6-8, West Orient Middle School ranks in the top 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 21% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% 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: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Orient Middle School serves the eastern part of Gresham, OR, covering an area of approximately 19.3 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school. The average distance to the edge of the attendance zone is about 2.9 miles, reaching a maximum of 4.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Orient Middle School's student population of 383 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
383 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Orient 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 West Orient Middle School is 0.59, 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
#565 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Asian
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hispanic
26%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
White
58%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.8%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
9%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and Black
School Mascot
Wolverines
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Orient Middle School's ranking?
West Orient Middle School is ranked #565 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are West Orient Middle School often compared to?
West Orient Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gordon Russell Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend West Orient Middle School?
383 students attend West Orient Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of West Orient Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Orient Middle School?
West Orient Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Orient Middle School offer ?
West Orient Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Orient Middle School part of?
West Orient Middle School is part of Gresham-Barlow SD 10j School District.
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