Serving 1,041 students in grades 6-8, Stephens 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 13% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (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 80% 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: 1,041 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stephens Middle School's student population of 1,041 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,041 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 11, 2026
School Mascot
Bulldog
School Rankings
Stephens 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 Stephens Middle School is 0.49, 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
#1083 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
69%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
20%
58%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stephens Middle School's ranking?
Stephens Middle School is ranked #1083 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Stephens Middle School often compared to?
Stephens Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Claggett Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Stephens Middle School?
1,041 students attend Stephens Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Stephens Middle School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stephens Middle School?
Stephens Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Stephens Middle School offer ?
Stephens Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stephens Middle School part of?
Stephens Middle School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is Stephens Middle School located?
Stephens Middle School is located in the Northgate neighborhood of Salem, OR. There are 7 other public schools located in Northgate.
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