For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 281 students in 97530, OR.
The top ranked public middle schools in 97530, OR are Ruch Outdoor Community School and Applegate Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 97530 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Oregon public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 45% statewide average). Middle schools in 97530, OR have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Oregon public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public middle school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97530, OR Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ruch Outdoor Community School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
156 Upper Applegate Rd
Jacksonville, OR 97530
(541) 842-3850
Jacksonville, OR 97530
(541) 842-3850
Gr: K-8 | 188 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Applegate Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14188 Hwy 238
Jacksonville, OR 97530
(541) 846-6280
Jacksonville, OR 97530
(541) 846-6280
Gr: K-8 | 93 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 97530, OR?
The top ranked public middle schools in 97530, OR include Ruch Outdoor Community School and Applegate Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 97530?
2 public middle schools are located in 97530.
What is the racial composition of students in 97530?
97530 public middle schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public middle schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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