Serving 518 students in grades 6-8, North Albany 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 29% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Albany Middle School's student population of 518 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
518 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Albany 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 North Albany Middle School is 0.47, which is less 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
#448 out of 1196 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
20%
25%
Black
1%
3%
White
70%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Albany Middle School's ranking?
North Albany Middle School is ranked #448 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are North Albany Middle School often compared to?
North Albany Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Memorial Middle School, Calapooia Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend North Albany Middle School?
518 students attend North Albany Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of North Albany Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Albany Middle School?
North Albany Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Albany Middle School offer ?
North Albany Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Albany Middle School part of?
North Albany Middle School is part of Greater Albany Public SD 8j School District.
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