Serving 373 students in grades 6-8, Walter L Kraxberger 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 21% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walter L Kraxberger Middle School's student population of 373 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
373 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walter L Kraxberger 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 Walter L Kraxberger Middle School is 0.48, 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
#803 out of 1196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
17%
25%
Black
n/a
3%
White
70%
59%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walter L Kraxberger Middle School's ranking?
Walter L Kraxberger Middle School is ranked #803 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Walter L Kraxberger Middle School?
373 students attend Walter L Kraxberger Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Walter L Kraxberger Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walter L Kraxberger Middle School?
Walter L Kraxberger Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Walter L Kraxberger Middle School offer ?
Walter L Kraxberger Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Walter L Kraxberger Middle School part of?
Walter L Kraxberger Middle School is part of Gladstone SD 115 School District.
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