Serving 559 students in grades 6-8, Straub Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 559 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Math Proficiency: 51%
- Reading Proficiency: 75%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Straub Middle School's student population of 559 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
559 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Straub 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)51%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)75%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
18%
25%
Black
1%
2%
White
67%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Straub Middle School often compared to?
Straub Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Judson Middle School, Walker Middle School, Leslie Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
How many students attend Straub Middle School?
559 students attend Straub Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Straub Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Straub Middle School?
Straub Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Straub Middle School offer ?
Straub Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Straub Middle School part of?
Straub Middle School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is Straub Middle School located?
Straub Middle School is located in the West Salem neighborhood of Salem, OR. There are 7 other public schools located in West Salem.
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