Serving 641 students in grades 6-8, Pilot Butte Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 641 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pilot Butte Middle School's student population of 641 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
641 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Pilot Butte Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pilot Butte Middle School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#353 out of 1196 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
31%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
44%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%

Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1

American Indian
1%
1%

Asian
n/a
4%

Hispanic
16%
26%

Black
1%
3%

White
76%
58%

Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
7%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
51%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
14%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pilot Butte Middle School's ranking?
Pilot Butte Middle School is ranked #353 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Pilot Butte Middle School often compared to?
Pilot Butte Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cascade Middle School, Pacific Crest Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Pilot Butte Middle School?
641 students attend Pilot Butte Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Pilot Butte Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pilot Butte Middle School?
Pilot Butte Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pilot Butte Middle School offer ?
Pilot Butte Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Pilot Butte Middle School part of?
Pilot Butte Middle School is part of Bend-Lapine Administrative SD 1 School District.
In what neighborhood is Pilot Butte Middle School located?
Pilot Butte Middle School is located in the Orchard District neighborhood of Bend, OR. There are 2 other public schools located in Orchard District.
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