Serving 757 students in grades 6-8, West Sylvan Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% 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: 757 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Sylvan Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
West Sylvan Middle School's student population of 757 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
757 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Sylvan 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 West Sylvan Middle School is 0.59, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#72 out of 1196 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
4%
Hispanic
12%
25%
Black
3%
3%
White
61%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
13%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Sylvan Middle School's ranking?
West Sylvan Middle School is ranked #72 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?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend West Sylvan Middle School?
757 students attend West Sylvan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of West Sylvan Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Sylvan Middle School?
West Sylvan Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Sylvan Middle School offer ?
West Sylvan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is West Sylvan Middle School part of?
West Sylvan Middle School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
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