Serving 385 students in grades 6-8, Spencer Butte Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 41% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spencer Butte Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Spencer Butte Middle School's student population of 385 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
385 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Spencer Butte Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spencer Butte Middle School is 0.41, 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
#235 out of 1196 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
8%
25%
Black
2%
3%
White
76%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spencer Butte Middle School's ranking?
Spencer Butte Middle School is ranked #235 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Spencer Butte Middle School often compared to?
Spencer Butte Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roosevelt Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Spencer Butte Middle School?
385 students attend Spencer Butte Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Spencer Butte Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Spencer Butte Middle School offer ?
Spencer Butte Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Spencer Butte Middle School part of?
Spencer Butte Middle School is part of Eugene SD 4j School District.
In what neighborhood is Spencer Butte Middle School located?
Spencer Butte Middle School is located in the Fox Hollow neighborhood of Eugene, OR. There are 2 other public schools located in Fox Hollow.
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