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#465 of 1,226 schools in OR
Top 38% in state
Philomath Middle School
Middle School · Philomath Sd 17j · Philomath, OR
A Philomath Sd 17j middle school where students score 5 points below what's typical for similar communities.
2021 Chapel Dr, Philomath, OR 97370
- Math 31% vs OR 32% (2025)
- Reading 42% vs OR 43% (2025)
- 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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Students at Philomath Middle School score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
2025 OSAS proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. OR average.
Trend
↓ DecliningProficiency has fallen 38 points since 2020, to 37% in 2025, across a 17-year record (2009–2025).
Show all 15 years
Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 56% (multi-year average, 2009-2025) · reading/ELA 67% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 28 test records from OR state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
39.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateThe neighborhood
Where Philomath Middle School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries.
Getting around & local context
- Walk 7Car-Dependent
- Bike 41Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: Elevated907/100K
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FBI Uniform Crime Reporting · 2024 · city context (Philomath), not school-level safety or attendance eligibility. Source details
Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$87,198
Median home value
$424,600
Median rent
$1,353/mo
College educated
47.2%
Homeownership
76.4%
Poverty rate
6.5%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 97370; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Programs & Offerings
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
2 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philomath AcademyEnrollment path unverified | 4.3 | K–12 | 0.2 mi | 73 | Compare → |
| Kings Valley Charter SchoolCharter · enrollment unverified | 4.3 | K–12 | Not available | 202 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Charter · enrollment unverified: Potential charter option; enrollment requirements have not been verified.
Philomath Sd 17j
- Schools in district
- 7
- Rank in district
- #5 of 7
- District spending per student
- $14,591NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 7.9%Census SAIPE · 2024
Philomath Middle School is listed in Philomath SD 17J; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Philomath Middle School
Philomath Middle School is a public middle school in Philomath, OR, part of Philomath Sd 17j, serving approximately 344 students in grades 6th-8th with a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #465 of 1,226 schools in OR. State assessment records show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Philomath Middle School
What grades does Philomath Middle School serve?
Philomath Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Philomath Middle School?
Philomath Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 344 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Philomath Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Philomath Middle School is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Philomath Middle School rank in OR?
Philomath Middle School ranks #465 of 1,226 schools in OR.
What is Philomath Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Philomath Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Philomath Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Philomath Middle School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Philomath Middle School a charter school?
No, Philomath Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Philomath Middle School a Title I school?
No, Philomath Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Philomath Middle School?
39.8% of students at Philomath 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.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 344
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Benton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.8%
- Phone
- (541) 929-3167
- Area population (ZIP 97370)
- 9,443
- Area average commute
- 25 min
- Area median age
- 42.9
Official sources & links
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2025 OSAS · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2025 OSAS · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 97370; this does not measure the attendance area.
- Programs (AP/IB, athletics, gifted)
- CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22 · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: SY 2021–22. A newer release may be available.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2025; directory SY 2023–24
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