Serving 426 students in grades 6-8, Chehalem Valley Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chehalem Valley Middle School's student population of 426 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
426 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Chehalem Valley Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chehalem Valley Middle School is 0.40, 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
#398 out of 1196 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
31%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%

Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
1%
4%

Hispanic
15%
26%

Black
2%
3%

White
76%
58%

Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
7%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
51%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Chehalem Valley Middle School's ranking?
Chehalem Valley Middle School is ranked #398 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Chehalem Valley Middle School?
426 students attend Chehalem Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Chehalem Valley Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chehalem Valley Middle School?
Chehalem Valley Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chehalem Valley Middle School offer ?
Chehalem Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Chehalem Valley Middle School part of?
Chehalem Valley Middle School is part of Newberg SD 29j School District.
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