Jefferson County Middle School

Jefferson County Middle School is a regular public middle school located in the rural area near Madras, Oregon. The school serves students from sixth through eighth grade and has an enrollment of 435 students with a student-teacher ratio of 15 to 1. Teachers at Jefferson County Middle School work hard to provide individualized attention to each student.

According to MySchoolScout’s rating system, the school scores a 5.5 out of 10 overall and ranks as the 610th best middle school in Oregon among 1231 schools. Academically, students are still finding their footing, with 38% proficient or above in ELA/Reading and 23% proficient or above in Math. While these scores show there is room for improvement, the community supports a nurturing environment focused on student development.

Jefferson County Middle School is situated in a rural setting, offering students the opportunity to engage with nature and local communities while they navigate the challenges of middle school.

Located in a rural area, Jefferson County Middle School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.