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Wallowa Middle School

Middle School · Wallowa SD 12

PO Box 425, Wallowa, OR 97885

Enrollment

37

Student-Teacher

18.5:1

Score

5.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oregon schools

#900 of 1,226

In Wallowa

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

Wallowa SD 12

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Wallowa Middle School

5.1/10

Middle School in Wallowa · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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9.4/10

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About Wallowa Middle School

Wallowa Middle School is a public middle school in Wallowa, OR, part of Wallowa SD 12. Wallowa Middle School serves approximately 37 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Wallowa Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #900 of 1,226 schools in OR.

Structured state assessment records for Wallowa Middle School show 23% math proficiency (2025 OSAS) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 OSAS).

How it compares1.0 pts below OR schools
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • OR avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 37 students, Wallowa Middle School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Wallowa Middle School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

70% of students at Wallowa 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

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics4.8Below Average58%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23.4% (2025 OSAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2025 OSAS)
Math vs. State Avg-8.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2025 OSAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2025 OSAS)
vs. Expected-21.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile29th
Resources & Environment5.6Average42%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,534
Chronic Absenteeism70.3%

Wallowa Middle School — Students at Wallowa Middle School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

How we calculate scores →

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 23.4% (2025 OSAS)
School
State
31.8% (2025 OSAS)
ELA Proficiency 42.0% (2025 OSAS)
School
State
43.0% (2025 OSAS)

Based on 2 test records from OR state assessments. About our data

How Wallowa Middle School Compares

See how Wallowa Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.1/10
27th percentile in OR
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
5.6/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
2 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
70.3%

Location

PO Box 425, Wallowa, OR 97885

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wallowa Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Wallowa High School (rated 9.4/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is Joseph Charter School (rated 9.3/10, 21.3 miles away, in nearby Joseph), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Imbler Charter School (rated 9.2/10, 22.2 miles away, in nearby Imbler), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wallowa, see our Wallowa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

13 within 29.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Wallowa High School Wallowa 0.0 mi 9.4
Wallowa Elementary School Wallowa 0.0 mi 8.2
ENTERPRISE SDA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Enterprise 15.8 mi
Enterprise Elementary School Enterprise 16.2 mi 7.6
Enterprise High School Enterprise 16.2 mi 7.9
Joseph Charter School Joseph 21.3 mi 9.3
Troy Elementary School Enterprise 26.2 mi
Stella Mayfield Elementary School Elgin 18.8 mi 8.4
Cove Charter School Cove 23.2 mi 8.9
Elgin High School Elgin 18.9 mi 4.8
Imbler Charter School Imbler 22.2 mi 9.2
Union Elementary School Union 29.9 mi 7.2
Union High School Union 29.9 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97885 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,708

Median Home Value

$359,000

Median Rent

$839/mo

Population

1,222

College Educated

22.4%

Homeownership

84%

Avg Commute

22.1 min

Poverty Rate

10.1%

Median Age

48.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wallowa Middle School

What grades does Wallowa Middle School serve?

Wallowa Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Wallowa Middle School?

Wallowa Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 37 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wallowa Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Wallowa Middle School is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wallowa Middle School rank in OR?

Wallowa Middle School ranks #900 of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is Wallowa Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Wallowa Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Wallowa Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wallowa Middle School has 23% math proficiency (2025 OSAS) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 OSAS).

Is Wallowa Middle School a charter school?

No, Wallowa Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Wallowa Middle School a Title I school?

No, Wallowa Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
49 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
37
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
2
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Wallowa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
70.3%

District

Wallowa SD 12
District Enrollment
206
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,534
District Rank
#3 of 3

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