For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 182 students in 97434, OR.
The top ranked public middle schools in 97434, OR are Childs Way Charter School and Dorena School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 97434 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Oregon public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 45% statewide average). Middle schools in 97434, OR have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public middle school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97434, OR Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Childs Way Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
37895 Row River Rd
Dorena, OR 97434
(541) 946-1821
Dorena, OR 97434
(541) 946-1821
Gr: K-12 | 96 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Dorena School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
37141 Row River Rd
Dorena, OR 97434
(541) 946-1506
Dorena, OR 97434
(541) 946-1506
Gr: K-8 | 86 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 97434, OR?
The top ranked public middle schools in 97434, OR include Childs Way Charter School and Dorena School.
How many public middle schools are located in 97434?
2 public middle schools are located in 97434.
What is the racial composition of students in 97434?
97434 public middle schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public middle schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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