Average
#694 of 1,226 schools in OR
Tom Mccall Upper Elementary
Middle School · Forest Grove SD 15
1341 Pacific Ave, Forest Grove, OR 97116
Enrollment
706
Student-Teacher
18.1:1
Score
6.0
Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
706
Student-Teacher
18.1:1
Score
6.0
Grades
5th – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oregon schools
#694 of 1,226
In Forest Grove
#4 of 8
public schools
In district
#5 of 10
Forest Grove SD 15
Academic growth
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About Tom Mccall Upper Elementary
Tom Mccall Upper Elementary is a public middle school in Forest Grove, OR, part of Forest Grove SD 15. Tom Mccall Upper Elementary serves approximately 706 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Tom Mccall Upper Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #694 of 1,226 schools in OR.
Structured state assessment records for Tom Mccall Upper Elementary show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- OR avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Tom Mccall Upper Elementary 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.
42% of students at Tom Mccall Upper Elementary 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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Tom Mccall Upper Elementary — Students at Tom Mccall Upper Elementary score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.2%
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: 7.2/10.
How Tom Mccall Upper Elementary Compares
See how Tom Mccall Upper Elementary 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
1341 Pacific Ave, Forest Grove, OR 97116
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tom Mccall Upper Elementary may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Neil Armstrong Middle School (rated 4.8/10, 2.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Banks Middle School (rated 3.9/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Banks), a more accessible option. For more schools in Forest Grove, see our Forest Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Harvey Clarke Elementary School Forest Grove | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Forest Grove Community School Forest Grove | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Forest Grove High School Forest Grove | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| EARLY LEARNING COMMUNITY AT PACIFIC UNIVERSITY Forest Grove | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| CREATE Forest Grove | 1.6 mi | — |
| Dilley Elementary School Forest Grove | 2.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Joseph Gale Elementary School Forest Grove | 1.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Neil Armstrong Middle School Forest Grove | 2.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Fern Hill Elementary School Forest Grove | 2.6 mi | 6.5 |
| SWALLOWTAIL SCHOOL Cornelius | 3.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Echo Shaw Elementary School Cornelius | 3.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Cornelius Elementary School Cornelius | 3.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Free Orchards Elementary School Cornelius | 4.1 mi | 3.2 |
| ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI SCHOOL Banks | 5.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Gaston Jr/Sr High School Gaston | 6.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Gaston Elementary School Gaston | 6.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Banks Elementary School Banks | 6.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Banks Middle School Banks | 6.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Banks High School Banks | 6.5 mi | 4.5 |
| W Verne McKinney Elementary School Hillsboro | 6.3 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97116 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,308
Median Home Value
$479,800
Median Rent
$1,397/mo
Population
29,598
College Educated
32.5%
Homeownership
64.8%
Avg Commute
28.8 min
Poverty Rate
12.6%
Median Age
35.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hedrick Middle School Medford, OR | 6.0 |
| LaCreole Middle School Dallas, OR | 6.0 |
| Baker Prairie Middle School Canby, OR | 5.9 |
| La Grande Middle School La Grande, OR | 5.9 |
| Obsidian Middle School Redmond, OR | 5.9 |
| Stayton Middle School Stayton, OR | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tom Mccall Upper Elementary
What grades does Tom Mccall Upper Elementary serve?
Tom Mccall Upper Elementary serves students in grades 5th through 6th.
How many students attend Tom Mccall Upper Elementary?
Tom Mccall Upper Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 706 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tom Mccall Upper Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Tom Mccall Upper Elementary is 18.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tom Mccall Upper Elementary rank in OR?
Tom Mccall Upper Elementary ranks #694 of 1,226 schools in OR.
What is Tom Mccall Upper Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Tom Mccall Upper Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Tom Mccall Upper Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tom Mccall Upper Elementary has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Tom Mccall Upper Elementary a charter school?
No, Tom Mccall Upper Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tom Mccall Upper Elementary a Title I school?
No, Tom Mccall Upper Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tom Mccall Upper Elementary?
64.2% of students at Tom Mccall Upper Elementary 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 6th
- Enrollment
- 706
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Washington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.8%
- Phone
- (503) 359-2506
Resources & Links
District
Forest Grove SD 15- District Enrollment
- 5,788
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,916
- District Rank
- #5 of 10
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