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#603 of 1,226 schools in OR
Top 49% in state
Taft Middle School
Middle School · Lincoln County SD
4040 High School Dr, Lincoln City, OR 97367
Enrollment
259
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
6.4
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
259
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
6.4
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oregon schools
#603 of 1,226
In Lincoln City
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#5 of 18
Lincoln County SD
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Taft Middle School
Middle School in Lincoln City · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Taft Middle School
Taft Middle School is a public middle school in Lincoln City, OR, part of Lincoln County SD. Taft Middle School serves approximately 259 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Taft Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #603 of 1,226 schools in OR.
Structured state assessment records for Taft Middle School show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- OR avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Taft Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
50% of students at Taft Middle 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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Taft Middle School — Students at Taft Middle School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)
Based on 12 test records from OR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.
How Taft Middle School Compares
See how Taft Middle 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
4040 High School Dr, Lincoln City, OR 97367
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Taft Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Newport Middle School (rated 5.6/10, 20.3 miles away, in nearby Newport), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Toledo Jr. High (rated 5.5/10, 21.4 miles away, in nearby Toledo), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lincoln City, see our Lincoln City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 34.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Taft Elementary School Lincoln City | 0.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Taft High School Lincoln City | 0.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Lincoln City Career Technical High School Lincoln City | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| LINCOLN CITY SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Lincoln City | 3.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Oceanlake Elementary School Lincoln City | 3.2 mi | 3.2 |
| NESKOWIN VALLEY SCHOOL Neskowin | 10.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Siletz Valley Schools Siletz | 15.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Nestucca K8 Cloverdale | 18.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Sam Case Elementary Newport | 20.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Newport Middle School Newport | 20.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Nestucca High School Cloverdale | 19.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Newport High School Newport | 20.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Yaquina View Elementary Newport | 20.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Compass K-12 Online School Toledo | 21.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Toledo Senior High School Toledo | 21.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Toledo Jr. High Toledo | 21.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Toledo Elementary School Toledo | 22.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Eddyville Charter School Eddyville | 23.9 mi | 4.9 |
| RECESS OUTDOOR ADVENTURE SCHOOL Waldport | 34.3 mi | — |
| South Prairie Elementary School Tillamook | 34.1 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97367 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,845
Median Home Value
$388,800
Median Rent
$1,333/mo
Population
11,280
College Educated
29.4%
Homeownership
65.1%
Avg Commute
18.5 min
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Median Age
52
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Gervais Middle School Gervais, OR | 6.4 |
| Harbor Lights Middle School Bandon, OR | 6.4 |
| Walter L Kraxberger Middle School Gladstone, OR | 6.4 |
| Lincoln Middle School Oakland, OR | 6.3 |
| Culver Middle School Culver, OR | 6.6 |
| THE SISKIYOU SCHOOL Ashland, OR | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Taft Middle School
What grades does Taft Middle School serve?
Taft Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Taft Middle School?
Taft Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 259 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Taft Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Taft Middle School is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Taft Middle School rank in OR?
Taft Middle School ranks #603 of 1,226 schools in OR.
What is Taft Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Taft Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Taft Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Taft Middle School has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).
Is Taft Middle School a charter school?
No, Taft Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Taft Middle School a Title I school?
No, Taft Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 259
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Lincoln County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.8%
- Phone
- (541) 996-2115
Resources & Links
District
Lincoln County SD- District Enrollment
- 4,981
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,784
- District Rank
- #5 of 18
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