Serving 398 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Middleton Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middleton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Middleton Elementary School's student population of 398 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
398 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
School Motto
Equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in all its educational and employment activities.
School Rankings
Middleton Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Middleton Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#56 out of 1174 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
9%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
75%
58%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Middleton Elementary School's ranking?
Middleton Elementary School is ranked #56 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Middleton Elementary School often compared to?
Middleton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Archer Glen Elementary School, Alberta Rider Elementary School, Ridges Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Middleton Elementary School?
398 students attend Middleton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Middleton Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Middleton Elementary School?
Middleton Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Middleton Elementary School offer ?
Middleton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Middleton Elementary School part of?
Middleton Elementary School is part of Sherwood SD 88j School District.
In what neighborhood is Middleton Elementary School located?
Middleton Elementary School is located in the Sherwood Tualatin North neighborhood of Sherwood, OR. There are 3 other public schools located in Sherwood Tualatin North.
School Reviews
5 1/4/2010
Teachers are amazing! They go above and beyond for your child. The building is well kept and in a beautiful neighborhood.
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