Serving 712 students in grades 6-8, Linus Pauling Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher 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 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 712 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Linus Pauling Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Linus Pauling Middle School's student population of 712 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
712 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Linus Pauling Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Linus Pauling Middle School is 0.57, 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
#351 out of 1174 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
25%
26%
Black
2%
3%
White
60%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.1%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Linus Pauling Middle School's ranking?
Linus Pauling Middle School is ranked #351 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Linus Pauling Middle School often compared to?
Linus Pauling Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cheldelin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% 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 Linus Pauling Middle School?
712 students attend Linus Pauling Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Linus Pauling Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Linus Pauling Middle School?
Linus Pauling Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Linus Pauling Middle School offer ?
Linus Pauling Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Linus Pauling Middle School part of?
Linus Pauling Middle School is part of Corvallis SD 509j School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Quality of academic programs is low.
Staff are more interested in disciplining students over very minor problems. Will not work with parents to find a solution. their solution is bureaucratic nonsense.
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