Serving 860 students in grades 7-8, Neil Armstrong Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 860 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OR
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Neil Armstrong Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Neil Armstrong Middle School's student population of 860 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
860 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Neil Armstrong Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 740 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Neil Armstrong Middle School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#155 out of 740 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
61%
25%
Black
1%
2%
White
34%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Neil Armstrong Middle School's ranking?
Neil Armstrong Middle School is ranked #155 out of 740 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Neil Armstrong Middle School often compared to?
Neil Armstrong Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Evergreen Jr High School, Forest Grove Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% OR state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% OR state average).
How many students attend Neil Armstrong Middle School?
860 students attend Neil Armstrong Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Neil Armstrong Middle School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Neil Armstrong Middle School?
Neil Armstrong Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Neil Armstrong Middle School offer ?
Neil Armstrong Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Neil Armstrong Middle School part of?
Neil Armstrong Middle School is part of Forest Grove SD 15 School District.
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