Serving 471 students in grades 6-8, Ontario 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 12% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ontario Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Ontario Middle School's student population of 471 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 47% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
471 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Colors
Navy Blue and White
School Rankings
Ontario 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 Ontario Middle School is 0.47, 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
#798 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
67%
26%
White
29%
57%
Two or more races
3%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.2%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ontario Middle School's ranking?
Ontario Middle School is ranked #798 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Ontario Middle School?
471 students attend Ontario Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Ontario Middle School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ontario Middle School?
Ontario Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ontario Middle School offer ?
Ontario Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ontario Middle School part of?
Ontario Middle School is part of Ontario SD 8c School District.
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