Serving 535 students in grades 6-8, Thurston 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 50% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% 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: 535 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thurston Middle School's student population of 535 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
535 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Thurston 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 Thurston Middle School is 0.44, 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
#484 out of 1196 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
16%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
73%
58%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
8%
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 Thurston Middle School's ranking?
Thurston Middle School is ranked #484 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Thurston Middle School often compared to?
Thurston Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Agnes Stewart Middle School, Briggs 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 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Thurston Middle School?
535 students attend Thurston Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Thurston Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thurston Middle School?
Thurston Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Thurston Middle School offer ?
Thurston Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thurston Middle School part of?
Thurston Middle School is part of Springfield SD 19 School District.
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