Serving 640 students in grades 6-8, Tumwata Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is equal to the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 640 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tumwata Middle School's student population of 640 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
640 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Tumwata Middle School is committed to preparing all students for career and college readiness in a global society 〰️
School Rankings
Tumwata Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tumwata Middle School is 0.42, 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
#844 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
12%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
75%
58%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Tumwata Middle School's ranking?
Tumwata Middle School is ranked #844 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Tumwata Middle School?
640 students attend Tumwata Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Tumwata Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tumwata Middle School?
Tumwata Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tumwata Middle School offer ?
Tumwata Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tumwata Middle School part of?
Tumwata Middle School is part of Oregon City SD 62 School District.
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