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#882 of 1,226 schools in OR
Sweet Home Junior High School
Middle School · Sweet Home SD 55
880 22nd Ave, Sweet Home, OR 97386
Enrollment
382
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
5.2
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
382
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
5.2
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oregon schools
#882 of 1,226
In Sweet Home
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#5 of 7
Sweet Home SD 55
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About Sweet Home Junior High School
Sweet Home Junior High School is a public middle school in Sweet Home, OR, part of Sweet Home SD 55. Sweet Home Junior High School serves approximately 382 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Sweet Home Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #882 of 1,226 schools in OR.
Structured state assessment records for Sweet Home Junior High School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- OR avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at Sweet Home Junior High School 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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Sweet Home Junior High School — Students at Sweet Home Junior High School score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)
Based on 30 test records from OR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.3/10.
How Sweet Home Junior High School Compares
See how Sweet Home Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
880 22nd Ave, Sweet Home, OR 97386
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sweet Home Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Scio Middle School (rated 5.5/10, 22.5 miles away, in nearby Scio), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Seven Oak Middle School (rated 4.8/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Lebanon), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Sweet Home, see our Sweet Home schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 22.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sweet Home High School Sweet Home | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Hawthorne Elementary School Sweet Home | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Oak Heights Elementary School Sweet Home | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Foster Elementary School Foster | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Holley Elementary School Sweet Home | 4.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Sweet Home Charter School Sweet Home | 4.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Hamilton Creek School Lebanon | 10.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Sand Ridge Charter School Lebanon | 9.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Lacomb School Lebanon | 13.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Seven Oak Middle School Lebanon | 11.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Riverview School Lebanon | 12.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Cascades School Lebanon | 13.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Lebanon High School Lebanon | 13.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Green Acres School Lebanon | 14.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Pioneer School Lebanon | 14.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Mohawk High School Marcola | 16.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Marcola Elementary School Marcola | 16.8 mi | 3.4 |
| Walterville Elementary School Springfield | 21.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Lourdes School Scio | 22.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Scio Middle School Scio | 22.5 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97386 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,116
Median Home Value
$302,200
Median Rent
$1,141/mo
Population
15,509
College Educated
10.9%
Homeownership
72.1%
Avg Commute
31.1 min
Poverty Rate
14.9%
Median Age
45
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cascade Middle School Eugene, OR | 5.3 |
| Yamhill Carlton Intermediate School Yamhill, OR | 5.3 |
| Lincoln Savage Middle School Grants Pass, OR | 5.1 |
| Central Middle School Milton-Freewater, OR | 5.0 |
| Monroe Middle School Eugene, OR | 5.0 |
| WyEast Middle School Hood River, OR | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sweet Home Junior High School
What grades does Sweet Home Junior High School serve?
Sweet Home Junior High School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Sweet Home Junior High School?
Sweet Home Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 382 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sweet Home Junior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sweet Home Junior High School is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sweet Home Junior High School rank in OR?
Sweet Home Junior High School ranks #882 of 1,226 schools in OR.
What is Sweet Home Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sweet Home Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Sweet Home Junior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sweet Home Junior High School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Sweet Home Junior High School a charter school?
No, Sweet Home Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sweet Home Junior High School a Title I school?
No, Sweet Home Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sweet Home Junior High School?
74.9% of students at Sweet Home Junior High 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 382
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Linn County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.8%
- Phone
- (541) 367-7187
Resources & Links
District
Sweet Home SD 55- District Enrollment
- 2,296
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,465
- District Rank
- #5 of 7
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