Serving 565 students in grades 6-8, Walt Morey Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is equal to the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 565 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walt Morey Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Walt Morey Middle School's student population of 565 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
565 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walt Morey Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walt Morey Middle School is 0.66, 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
#779 out of 1196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
36%
25%
Black
3%
3%
White
46%
59%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
49%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walt Morey Middle School's ranking?
Walt Morey Middle School is ranked #779 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Walt Morey Middle School?
565 students attend Walt Morey Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Walt Morey Middle School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walt Morey Middle School?
Walt Morey Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Walt Morey Middle School offer ?
Walt Morey Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Walt Morey Middle School part of?
Walt Morey Middle School is part of Reynolds SD 7 School District.
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