Needs Improvement
#1220 of 1,226 schools in OR
Oliver Middle
Middle School · Centennial SD 28J
15840 SE Taylor St, Portland, OR 97233
Enrollment
447
Student-Teacher
24.8:1
Score
2.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
447
Student-Teacher
24.8:1
Score
2.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oregon schools
#1,220 of 1,226
In Portland
#148 of 148
public schools
In district
#9 of 9
Centennial SD 28J
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About Oliver Middle
Oliver Middle is a public middle school in Portland, OR, part of Centennial SD 28J. Oliver Middle serves approximately 447 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 24.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Oliver Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,220 of 1,226 schools in OR.
Structured state assessment records for Oliver Middle show 7% math proficiency (2025 OSAS) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 OSAS).
- This school 2.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.6
- OR avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Oliver Middle runs 24.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
54% of students at Oliver Middle 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
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Oliver Middle — Students at Oliver Middle score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)
Based on 2 test records from OR state assessments. About our data
How Oliver Middle Compares
See how Oliver Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
15840 SE Taylor St, Portland, OR 97233
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Oliver Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Centennial Middle School (rated 4.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hauton B Lee Middle School (rated 4.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Parklane Elementary School Portland | 0.1 mi | 4.6 |
| OPEN SCHOOL EAST Portland | 0.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Glenfair Elementary School Portland | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Patrick Lynch Elementary Portland | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Alder Elementary School Portland | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| HOLLA School Portland | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| SERENDIPITY CENTER Portland | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| FRANCISCAN MONTESSORI EARTH SCHOOL Portland | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| HARMONY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Portland | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Hauton B Lee Middle School Portland | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| MORNINGSTAR MONTESSORI HOUSE OF CHILDREN Portland | 1.1 mi | — |
| Powell Butte Elementary School Portland | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Rockwood Preparatory Academy Portland | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Centennial Middle School Portland | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Arthur Academy Portland | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Meadows Elementary Portland | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Margaret Scott Elementary School Portland | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| David Douglas High School Portland | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Lincoln Park Elementary School Portland | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Wilkes Elementary School Portland | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97233 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,886
Median Home Value
$385,100
Median Rent
$1,352/mo
Population
37,518
College Educated
18.5%
Homeownership
49.1%
Avg Commute
27.9 min
Poverty Rate
19.4%
Median Age
36.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Coffenberry Middle School Myrtle Creek, OR | 2.4 |
| LaPine Middle School Lapine, OR | 3.1 |
| Estacada Middle School Estacada, OR | 3.5 |
| Clara Brownell Middle School Umatilla, OR | 3.6 |
| French Prairie Middle School Woodburn, OR | 3.6 |
| Winston Middle School Winston, OR | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Oliver Middle
What grades does Oliver Middle serve?
Oliver Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Oliver Middle?
Oliver Middle has an enrollment of approximately 447 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Oliver Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Oliver Middle is 24.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Oliver Middle rank in OR?
Oliver Middle ranks #1,220 of 1,226 schools in OR.
What is Oliver Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Oliver Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.3 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 Oliver Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Oliver Middle has 7% math proficiency (2025 OSAS) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 OSAS).
Is Oliver Middle a charter school?
No, Oliver Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Oliver Middle a Title I school?
No, Oliver Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oliver Middle?
70.0% of students at Oliver Middle 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 447
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Multnomah County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.5%
- Phone
- (503) 762-3207
Resources & Links
District
Centennial SD 28J- District Enrollment
- 5,513
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,107
- District Rank
- #9 of 9
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