For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 476 students in 97138, OR.
The top ranked public middle schools in 97138, OR are Jewell School and Seaside Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 97138 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Oregon public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 45% statewide average). Middle schools in 97138, OR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public middle school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97138, OR Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jewell School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
83874 Hwy 103
Seaside, OR 97138
(503) 755-2451
Seaside, OR 97138
(503) 755-2451
Grades: PK-12
| 116 students
Rank: #22.
Seaside Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2600 Spruce Dr Ste 200
Seaside, OR 97138
(503) 738-5586
Seaside, OR 97138
(503) 738-5586
Grades: 6-8
| 360 students
97138, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1002 Pacific Way
Seaside, OR 97138
(503) 738-8348
Seaside, OR 97138
(503) 738-8348
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 97138, OR?
The top ranked public middle schools in 97138, OR include Jewell School and Seaside Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 97138?
2 public middle schools are located in 97138.
What is the racial composition of students in 97138?
97138 public middle schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public middle schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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