Serving 455 students in grades 6-8, Hood River Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hood River Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hood River Middle School's student population of 455 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
455 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Hood River Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hood River Middle School is 0.51, 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
#235 out of 1196 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
26%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
65%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hood River Middle School's ranking?
Hood River Middle School is ranked #235 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Hood River Middle School often compared to?
Hood River Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wyeast Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Hood River Middle School?
455 students attend Hood River Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Hood River Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hood River Middle School?
Hood River Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hood River Middle School offer ?
Hood River Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hood River Middle School part of?
Hood River Middle School is part of Hood River County School District.
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