Serving 187 students in grades 4-8, Weston Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 187 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Weston Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Weston Middle School's student population of 187 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students
187 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Weston Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Weston Middle School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#545 out of 1196 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%

Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1

American Indian
4%
1%

Asian
n/a
4%

Hispanic
13%
26%

Black
n/a
3%

White
75%
58%

Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
7%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
51%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
13%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Weston Middle School's ranking?
Weston Middle School is ranked #545 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Weston Middle School?
187 students attend Weston Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Weston Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Weston Middle School?
Weston Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Weston Middle School offer ?
Weston Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8
What school district is Weston Middle School part of?
Weston Middle School is part of Athena-Weston SD 29rj School District.
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