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#130 of 1,226 schools in OR

Top 11% in state

Hood River Middle School

Middle School · Hood River County SD

1602 May St, Hood River, OR 97031

Enrollment

455

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

8.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oregon schools

#130 of 1,226

In Hood River

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#3 of 8

Hood River County SD

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Hood River Middle School

8.6/10

Middle School in Hood River · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.3/10

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9.2/10

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About Hood River Middle School

Hood River Middle School is a public middle school in Hood River, OR, part of Hood River County SD. Hood River Middle School serves approximately 455 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Hood River Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #130 of 1,226 schools in OR.

Structured state assessment records for Hood River Middle School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.8 pts above district
  • This school 8.6 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.8
  • OR avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

37% of students at Hood River Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.89 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.4Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.8% (2025 OSAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55.1% (2025 OSAS)
Math vs. State Avg+9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+12.1 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2025 OSAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 OSAS)
vs. Expected+7.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,574
Chronic Absenteeism37.4%

Hood River Middle School — Students at Hood River Middle School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

42%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 57.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
31.8% (2025 OSAS)
ELA Proficiency 66.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 OSAS)

Based on 26 test records from OR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
75%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
69%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
69%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
66%
ELA
76%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
78%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
48%
ELA
58%
2016
Math
53%
ELA
64%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
60%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
65%
2019
Math
53%
ELA
65%
2022
Math
41%
ELA
57%
2025
Math
40.8%
ELA
55.1%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.5/10.

How Hood River Middle School Compares

See how Hood River Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.6/10
90th percentile in OR
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
42%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
37.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1602 May St, Hood River, OR 97031

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hood River Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Wallace & Priscilla Stevenson Intermediate School (rated 6.8/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby White Salmon), a more accessible option. Another option is Wayne M Henkle Middle School (rated 6.2/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby White Salmon), a more accessible option. Additionally, WyEast Middle School (rated 5.0/10, 4.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Hood River, see our Hood River schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.0 mi
School Distance Rating
MID-COLUMBIA ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hood River 0.4 mi 6.3
May Street Elementary School Hood River 0.4 mi 9.2
BRIGHT BEGINNINGS Hood River 0.6 mi
HORIZON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hood River 0.8 mi 6.7
Westside Elementary School Hood River 1.0 mi 9.6
Hood River Valley High School Hood River 1.6 mi 6.6
WORLD CLASS ACADEMY White Salmon 2.6 mi 7.4
Hulan L Whitson Elem White Salmon 2.7 mi 7.6
Wayne M Henkle Middle School White Salmon 2.9 mi 6.2
Wallace & Priscilla Stevenson Intermediate School White Salmon 2.9 mi 6.8
Columbia High School White Salmon 3.0 mi 4.1
White Salmon Academy White Salmon 3.0 mi
LITTLE OAK MONTESSORI SCHOOL White Salmon 3.0 mi 6.0
WyEast Middle School Hood River 4.8 mi 5.0
Mid Valley Elementary School Hood River 5.5 mi 4.9
Mosier Community School Mosier 6.3 mi 6.7
Mill A Elementary School Cook 6.9 mi 6.6
Pacific Crest Innovation Academy Cook 6.9 mi
Parkdale Elementary School Parkdale 13.0 mi 7.4
Dallesport Elementary Lyle 12.0 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97031 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,085

Median Home Value

$608,100

Median Rent

$1,411/mo

Population

19,145

College Educated

41.6%

Homeownership

66.7%

Avg Commute

18.3 min

Poverty Rate

5.8%

Median Age

39.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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Mt Tabor Middle School Portland, OR 8.6
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Sellwood Middle School Portland, OR 8.7
Ashland Middle School Ashland, OR 8.4
Beaumont Middle School Portland, OR 8.8
Gray Middle School Portland, OR 8.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hood River Middle School

What grades does Hood River Middle School serve?

Hood River Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Hood River Middle School?

Hood River Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 455 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hood River Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Hood River Middle School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hood River Middle School rank in OR?

Hood River Middle School ranks #130 of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is Hood River Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hood River Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Hood River Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hood River Middle School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Hood River Middle School a charter school?

No, Hood River Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Hood River Middle School a Title I school?

No, Hood River Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hood River Middle School?

42.0% of students at Hood River Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
77 Very Walkable
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
455
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
42.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Hood River County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
37.4%

District

Hood River County SD
District Enrollment
3,787
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,574
District Rank
#3 of 8

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