Serving 387 students in grades 6-8, George 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 9% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower 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 41% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
George Middle School's student population of 387 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
George 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 George Middle School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1140 out of 1196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
46%
25%
Black
21%
3%
White
20%
59%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Middle School's ranking?
George Middle School is ranked #1140 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are George Middle School often compared to?
George Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cesar Chavez K-8 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend George Middle School?
387 students attend George Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of George Middle School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George Middle School?
George Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does George Middle School offer ?
George Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is George Middle School part of?
George Middle School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is George Middle School located?
George Middle School is located in the North Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 14 other public schools located in North Portland.
School Reviews
5 12/3/2020
This is the best schools I have gone to. It has really good after-school programs and the teachers are the best. Our school might not look the best, but it is the best. Everyone feels like family here even though they're not my Family I consider them my Second family.
5 12/26/2017
it is a grate school if you are in elementary you
2 11/24/2008
This school is notorious for its discipline problems. Homes and businesses in its vicinity are constant victims of vandalism and theft perpetrated by its disrespectful, out-of-control students.
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