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#57 of 1,226 schools in OR

Top 5% in state

Middleton Elementary School

Elementary School · Sherwood SD 88J

23505 SW Old Hwy 99W, Sherwood, OR 97140

Enrollment

398

Student-Teacher

16.6:1

Score

9.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oregon schools

#57 of 1,226

In Sherwood

#1 of 7

public schools

In district

#1 of 7

Sherwood SD 88J

Academic performance

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Middleton Elementary School

9.2/10

Elementary School in Sherwood · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.4/10

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8.5/10

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About Middleton Elementary School

Middleton Elementary School is a public elementary school in Sherwood, OR, part of Sherwood SD 88J. Middleton Elementary School serves approximately 398 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Middleton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #57 of 1,226 schools in OR.

Structured state assessment records for Middleton Elementary School show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 9.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.6
  • OR avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.26 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency66.3% (2025 OSAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72.7% (2025 OSAS)
Math vs. State Avg+34.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+29.7 pts
Overall Proficiency70% (2025 OSAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2025 OSAS)
vs. Expected+20.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile94th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,016
Chronic Absenteeism24.9%

Middleton Elementary School — Students at Middleton Elementary School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

15.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 73.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
31.8% (2025 OSAS)
ELA Proficiency 81.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 OSAS)

Based on 30 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
90%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
91%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
86%
2014
Math
70%
ELA
81%
2015
Math
73%
ELA
79%
2016
Math
75%
ELA
78%
2017
Math
75%
ELA
79%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
79%
2019
Math
77%
ELA
79%
2020*
Math
64.5%
ELA
74.5%
2021*
Math
64.5%
ELA
74.5%
2022
Math
65%
ELA
71%
2025
Math
66.3%
ELA
72.7%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.

How Middleton Elementary School Compares

See how Middleton Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.2/10
95th percentile in OR
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
9.4/10
Excellent
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
16%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.9%

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

23505 SW Old Hwy 99W, Sherwood, OR 97140

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Middleton Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Archer Glen Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Hawks View Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Lowrie Primary School (rated 8.8/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Wilsonville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Sherwood, see our Sherwood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Sherwood High School Sherwood 0.5 mi 6.4
Ridges Elementary School Sherwood 1.1 mi 8.5
Sherwood Middle School Sherwood 1.0 mi 8.1
Archer Glen Elementary School Sherwood 1.2 mi 8.8
Sherwood Charter School Sherwood 1.4 mi 7.7
Hawks View Elementary School Sherwood 1.5 mi 8.8
SMOCKVILLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sherwood 1.5 mi
ST FRANCIS SCHOOL Sherwood 1.7 mi 6.8
Deer Creek Elementary School Tigard 4.6 mi 7.1
Mountainside High School Beaverton 5.4 mi 5.9
Scholls Heights Elementary School Beaverton 5.7 mi 8.3
Alberta Rider Elementary School Tigard 5.2 mi 5.9
Groner K-8 Hillsboro 5.3 mi 8.4
Hazelbrook Middle School Tualatin 4.7 mi 6.7
Boones Ferry Primary School Wilsonville 4.9 mi 5.6
Inza R Wood Middle School Wilsonville 4.9 mi 7.2
Mountain View Middle School Newberg 4.7 mi 6.3
Lowrie Primary School Wilsonville 4.8 mi 8.8
Mabel Rush Elementary School Newberg 4.8 mi 7.4
Newberg Senior High School Newberg 4.9 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97140 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$119,241

Median Home Value

$618,000

Median Rent

$1,934/mo

Population

27,999

College Educated

48.2%

Homeownership

77.1%

Avg Commute

24.3 min

Poverty Rate

3.8%

Median Age

37.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Middleton Elementary School

What grades does Middleton Elementary School serve?

Middleton Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Middleton Elementary School?

Middleton Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 398 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Middleton Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Middleton Elementary School is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Middleton Elementary School rank in OR?

Middleton Elementary School ranks #57 of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is Middleton Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Middleton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Middleton Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Middleton Elementary School has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Middleton Elementary School a charter school?

No, Middleton Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Middleton Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Middleton Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Middleton Elementary School?

15.8% of students at Middleton Elementary 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
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
398
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
15.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Washington County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.9%

District

Sherwood SD 88J
District Enrollment
4,843
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,016
District Rank
#1 of 7

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