Serving 873 students in grades 6-8, Houck 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 8% (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 22:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% 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: 873 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Houck Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Houck Middle School's student population of 873 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
873 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Houck 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 Houck Middle School is 0.45, 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
#1164 out of 1196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
72%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
18%
58%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
8%
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 Houck Middle School's ranking?
Houck Middle School is ranked #1164 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Houck Middle School often compared to?
Houck Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Middle School, Crossler Middle School, Claggett Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% 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 Houck Middle School?
873 students attend Houck Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Houck Middle School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Houck Middle School?
Houck Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Houck Middle School offer ?
Houck Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Houck Middle School part of?
Houck Middle School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is Houck Middle School located?
Houck Middle School is located in the Southeast Mill Creek neighborhood of Salem, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Southeast Mill Creek.
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