Serving 810 students in grades 6-8, Judson Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% 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: 810 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Judson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Judson Middle School's student population of 810 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
810 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Judson 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 Judson Middle School is 0.61, 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
#508 out of 1196 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
23%
25%
Black
2%
3%
White
58%
59%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Judson Middle School's ranking?
Judson Middle School is ranked #508 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Judson Middle School often compared to?
Judson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leslie Middle School, Crossler Middle School, Straub Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Judson Middle School?
810 students attend Judson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Judson Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Judson Middle School?
Judson Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Judson Middle School offer ?
Judson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Judson Middle School part of?
Judson Middle School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
In what neighborhood is Judson Middle School located?
Judson Middle School is located in the Faye Wright neighborhood of Salem, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Faye Wright.
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