Serving 186 students in grades 6-8, Willamina 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 6-9% (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 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 186 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Willamina Middle School's student population of 186 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
186 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
1907
School Calendar
School Rankings
Willamina 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 Willamina Middle School is 0.61, which is more 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
#1132 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
17%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
12%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
58%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
12%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)56.5%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
n/a
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willamina Middle School's ranking?
Willamina Middle School is ranked #1132 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?
6-9% 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 Willamina Middle School?
186 students attend Willamina Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Willamina Middle School students are White, 17% of students are American Indian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willamina Middle School?
Willamina Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Willamina Middle School offer ?
Willamina Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Willamina Middle School part of?
Willamina Middle School is part of Willamina SD 30j School District.
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