Serving 998 students in grades 6-8, Tumwater Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 41% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 998 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tumwater Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Tumwater Middle School's student population of 998 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
998 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tumwater Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tumwater Middle School is 0.65, which is more 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
#63 out of 1196 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
29%
4%
Hispanic
10%
25%
Black
2%
3%
White
51%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tumwater Middle School's ranking?
Tumwater Middle School is ranked #63 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Tumwater Middle School?
998 students attend Tumwater Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Tumwater Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tumwater Middle School?
Tumwater Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tumwater Middle School offer ?
Tumwater Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Tumwater Middle School part of?
Tumwater Middle School is part of Beaverton SD 48j School District.
In what neighborhood is Tumwater Middle School located?
Tumwater Middle School is located in the Cedar Mill neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 6 other public schools located in Cedar Mill.
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