Serving 743 students in grades 6-8, Thomas R Fowler 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 31% (which is equal to the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than 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 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 743 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas R Fowler Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Thomas R Fowler Middle School's student population of 743 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
743 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1974
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 28, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Mascot
Falcon
School Rankings
Thomas R Fowler Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas R Fowler Middle School is 0.64, which is more 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
#549 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
25%
26%
Black
2%
3%
White
54%
58%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcon
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas R Fowler Middle School's ranking?
Thomas R Fowler Middle School is ranked #549 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Thomas R Fowler Middle School often compared to?
Thomas R Fowler Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Twality Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Thomas R Fowler Middle School?
743 students attend Thomas R Fowler Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Thomas R Fowler Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thomas R Fowler Middle School?
Thomas R Fowler Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Thomas R Fowler Middle School offer ?
Thomas R Fowler Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thomas R Fowler Middle School part of?
Thomas R Fowler Middle School is part of Tigard-Tualatin SD 23j School District.
In what neighborhood is Thomas R Fowler Middle School located?
Thomas R Fowler Middle School is located in the Bull Mountain neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 3 other public schools located in Bull Mountain.
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