Top Rankings
Scappoose SD 1j School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Highest graduation rate (Top 5%)
For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 636 students in Scappoose SD 1j School District. This district's average middle testing ranking is 8/10, which is in the top 30% of public middle schools in Oregon.
Public Middle Schools in Scappoose SD 1j School District have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Oregon public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 45% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public middle school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Overview
This School District
This State (OR)
# Schools
8 Schools
475 Schools
# Students
2,227 Students
172,638 Students
# Teachers
118 Teachers
9,438 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
19:1
District Rank
Scappoose SD 1j School District, which is ranked within the top 50% of all 186 school districts in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2021-2022 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 90-94% has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall District Rank
#64 out of 189 school districts
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
31%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
44%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
30%

Graduation Rate
90-94%
81%

Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.37
0.57
# American Indian Students
27 Students
2,254 Students
% American Indian Students
1%
1%
# Asian Students
26 Students
5,936 Students
% Asian Students
1%
4%
# Hispanic Students
230 Students
39,278 Students
% Hispanic Students
11%
23%
# Black Students
6 Students
3,780 Students
% Black Students
n/a
2%
# White Students
1,744 Students
106,509 Students
% White Students
78%
62%
# Hawaiian Students
15 Students
1,300 Students
% Hawaiian Students
1%
1%
# Two or more races Students
168 Students
12,598 Students
% of Two or more races Students
8%
7%
Students by Grade:
# Students in PK Grade:
-
-
# Students in K Grade:
156
4,237
# Students in 1st Grade:
157
4,821
# Students in 2nd Grade:
167
5,092
# Students in 3rd Grade:
174
5,098
# Students in 4th Grade:
157
5,601
# Students in 5th Grade:
168
6,096
# Students in 6th Grade:
160
36,431
# Students in 7th Grade:
202
41,680
# Students in 8th Grade:
180
42,445
# Students in 9th Grade:
194
4,601
# Students in 10th Grade:
185
5,099
# Students in 11th Grade:
186
5,416
# Students in 12th Grade:
141
6,021
# Ungraded Students:
-
-
District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $13,793 in this school district is less than the state median of $18,279. The school district revenue/student has declined by 5% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $12,092 is less than the state median of $19,325. The school district spending/student has declined by 5% over four school years.
Total Revenue
$31 MM
$9,902 MM

Spending
$27 MM
$10,468 MM

Revenue / Student
$13,793
$18,279

Spending / Student
$12,092
$19,325

Best Scappoose SD 1j School District Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Columbia Family School
Charter School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
34555 Berg Rd
Scappoose, OR 97056
(503) 366-9009
Scappoose, OR 97056
(503) 366-9009
Grades: K-8
| 68 students
Rank: #22.
Sauvie Island School
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
14445 Nw Charlton Rd
Portland, OR 97231
(503) 621-3426
Portland, OR 97231
(503) 621-3426
Grades: K-8
| 214 students
Rank: #33.
Scappoose Online Academy
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
33589 High School Way
Scappoose, OR 97056
(971) 200-8000
Scappoose, OR 97056
(971) 200-8000
Grades: K-12
| 38 students
Rank: #44.
Scappoose Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
52265 Columbia River Hwy
Scappoose, OR 97056
(971) 200-8004
Scappoose, OR 97056
(971) 200-8004
Grades: 7-8
| 316 students
Recent Articles

What Is A Charter School?
Explore the world of charter schools in this comprehensive guide. Learn about their history, how they operate, and the pros and cons of this educational innovation. Discover key facts about charter schools, including admission policies, demographics, and funding, as well as what to look for when considering a charter school for your child.

10 Reasons Why High School Sports Benefit Students
Discover the 10 compelling reasons why high school sports are beneficial for students. This comprehensive article explores how athletics enhance academic performance, foster personal growth, and develop crucial life skills. From improved fitness and time management to leadership development and community representation, learn why participating in high school sports can be a game-changer for students' overall success and well-being.

February 05, 2025
Understanding the U.S. Department of Education: Structure, Impact, and EvolutionWe explore how the Department of Education shapes American education, from its cabinet-level leadership to its impact on millions of students, written for general audiences seeking clarity on this vital institution.