Excellent
#155 of 1,226 schools in OR
Top 13% in state
Ockley Green Middle School
Middle School · Portland SD 1J
6031 N Montana, Portland, OR 97217
Enrollment
428
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
8.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
428
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
8.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Portland
#57 of 148
public schools
Oregon middle schools
#14 of 207
In district
#51 of 85
Portland SD 1J
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Exceptional
About Ockley Green Middle School
Ockley Green Middle School is a public middle school in Portland, OR, part of the Portland SD 1J. The school serves approximately 428 students in grades 6th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 16.5:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.3/10, placing it in the 87.4th percentile among OR schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 24% proficiency in math, 8 points below the state average and 35% in reading/language arts, 8 points below the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.7/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $100,387, where 59% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
Score Breakdown
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Ockley Green Middle School — Students at Ockley Green Middle School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)
Based on 6 test records from OR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.
How Ockley Green Middle School Compares
See how Ockley Green Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 18% (2019) to 31.1% (2025). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 30% (2019) to 35.2% (2025).
Location
6031 N Montana, Portland, OR 97217
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ockley Green Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Harriet Tubman Middle School (rated 9.4/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST ANDREW NATIVITY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| The Ivy School Portland | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Beach Elementary School Portland | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| TRINITY ACADEMY Portland | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Jefferson High School Portland | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Chief Joseph Elementary School Portland | 0.7 mi | 9.1 |
| HOLY REDEEMER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Portland | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| OREGON OUTREACH Portland | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Portland Village School Portland | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Boise-Eliot Elementary School Portland | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Kairos PDX Portland | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. School Portland | 1.2 mi | 9.1 |
| Peninsula Elementary School Portland | 1.4 mi | 9.2 |
| ST ANDREW NATIVITY SCHOOL Portland | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Woodlawn Elementary School Portland | 1.4 mi | 9.4 |
| Harriet Tubman Middle School Portland | 2.0 mi | 9.4 |
| SHINING STAR WALDORF SCHOOL Portland | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| CHILDPEACE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Portland | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Sabin Elementary School Portland | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Vernon Elementary School Portland | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Rosa Parks Elementary School Portland | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97217 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,387
Median Home Value
$569,500
Median Rent
$1,789/mo
Population
34,756
College Educated
59.4%
Homeownership
57.5%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
10.9%
Median Age
37.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Ockley Green Middle School has a median household income of $100,387. It is a well-educated community where 59% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $569,500, with a median rent of $1,789/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.9%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chehalem Valley Middle School Newberg, OR | 8.4 |
| Roseway Heights School Portland, OR | 8.4 |
| Nyssa Middle School Nyssa, OR | 8.2 |
| Ashland Middle School Ashland, OR | 8.1 |
| Hosford Middle School Portland, OR | 8.1 |
| Sellwood Middle School Portland, OR | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ockley Green Middle School
What grades does Ockley Green Middle School serve?
Ockley Green Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Ockley Green Middle School?
Ockley Green Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 428 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ockley Green Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ockley Green Middle School is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ockley Green Middle School rank in OR?
Ockley Green Middle School is ranked #155 out of 1,226 schools in OR.
What is Ockley Green Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ockley Green Middle School has a composite rating of 8.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Ockley Green Middle School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Ockley Green Middle School has 24.0% math proficiency and 34.7% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Ockley Green Middle School a charter school?
No, Ockley Green Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ockley Green Middle School a Title I school?
No, Ockley Green Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ockley Green Middle School?
64.5% of students at Ockley Green 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.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 77 Very Walkable
- Transit Score
- 55 Good Transit
- Bike Score
- 92 Biker’s Paradise
- City Safety
- High (6,288/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 428
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Multnomah County
- Phone
- (503) 916-5660
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Portland SD 1J- District Enrollment
- 44,039
- Schools in District
- 86
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,800
- District Rank
- #51 of 85
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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