Serving 664 students in grades 6-8, Parkrose 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 15% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 664 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parkrose Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Parkrose Middle School's student population of 664 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
664 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Parkrose 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 Parkrose Middle School is 0.79, which is more 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
#903 out of 1196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
4%
Hispanic
30%
26%
Black
21%
3%
White
26%
58%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
11%
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 Parkrose Middle School's ranking?
Parkrose Middle School is ranked #903 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Parkrose Middle School often compared to?
Parkrose Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alice Ott Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Parkrose Middle School?
664 students attend Parkrose Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Parkrose Middle School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parkrose Middle School?
Parkrose Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Parkrose Middle School offer ?
Parkrose Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parkrose Middle School part of?
Parkrose Middle School is part of Parkrose SD 3 School District.
In what neighborhood is Parkrose Middle School located?
Parkrose Middle School is located in the Northeast Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 9 other public schools located in Northeast Portland.
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