Serving 685 students in grades 6-8, Gardiner 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 23% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 685 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gardiner Middle School's student population of 685 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
685 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Sep 18, 2025
School Motto
To Inspire Excellence. Every Child. Every Adult. Every Day.
School Rankings
Gardiner 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 Gardiner Middle School is 0.52, 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
#699 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
24%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
65%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gardiner Middle School's ranking?
Gardiner Middle School is ranked #699 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Gardiner Middle School?
685 students attend Gardiner Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Gardiner Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gardiner Middle School?
Gardiner Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gardiner Middle School offer ?
Gardiner Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gardiner Middle School part of?
Gardiner Middle School is part of Oregon City SD 62 School District.
In what neighborhood is Gardiner Middle School located?
Gardiner Middle School is located in the Rivercrest neighborhood of Oregon City, OR.
School Reviews
5 3/20/2020
This is a good school with nice teachers and staff. The music program is amazing, and there are many other great programs as well.
5 2/26/2018
I love this school, I have made good friends, the teachers are nice, they have good activities and sports. The one issue is that they don't handle bullying well.
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