Serving 338 students in grades 6-8, Clara Brownell 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 10% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower 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 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clara Brownell Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Clara Brownell Middle School's student population of 338 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
338 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Clara Brownell Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clara Brownell Middle School is 0.40, 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
#1153 out of 1196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
74%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
24%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clara Brownell Middle School's ranking?
Clara Brownell Middle School is ranked #1153 out of 1,196 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?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Clara Brownell Middle School?
338 students attend Clara Brownell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Clara Brownell Middle School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clara Brownell Middle School?
Clara Brownell Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Clara Brownell Middle School offer ?
Clara Brownell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clara Brownell Middle School part of?
Clara Brownell Middle School is part of Umatilla SD 6r School District.
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