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White Mountain Middle School

Middle School · Eagle Point SD 9

550 Wilson Way, White City, OR 97503

Enrollment

357

Student-Teacher

17.9:1

Score

5.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oregon schools

#778 of 1,226

In White City

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#9 of 11

Eagle Point SD 9

Academic growth

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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White Mountain Middle School

5.6/10

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

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About White Mountain Middle School

White Mountain Middle School is a public middle school in White City, OR, part of Eagle Point SD 9. White Mountain Middle School serves approximately 357 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. White Mountain Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #778 of 1,226 schools in OR.

Structured state assessment records for White Mountain Middle School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • OR avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at White Mountain 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.

36% of students at White Mountain 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.33 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.7Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency8.5% (2025 OSAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23.1% (2025 OSAS)
Math vs. State Avg-23.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19.9 pts
Overall Proficiency16% (2025 OSAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)30% (model expectation from 2025 OSAS)
vs. Expected-14.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile10th
Resources & Environment6.4Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,500
Chronic Absenteeism35.6%

White Mountain Middle School — Students at White Mountain Middle School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

74.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 28.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
31.8% (2025 OSAS)
ELA Proficiency 46.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 OSAS)

Based on 26 test records from OR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
50%
ELA
54%
2010
Math
39%
ELA
61%
2011
Math
41%
ELA
49%
2012
Math
44%
ELA
58%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
23%
ELA
48%
2015
Math
20%
ELA
41%
2016
Math
15%
ELA
40%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
20%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
20%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
11%
ELA
35%
2025
Math
8.5%
ELA
23.1%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.7/10.

How White Mountain Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.6/10
37th percentile in OR
Academic
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
6.4/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
74%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
35.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

550 Wilson Way, White City, OR 97503

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering White Mountain Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. The Valley School of Southern Oregon (rated 7.5/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Medford), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Eagle Point Middle School (rated 6.9/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Eagle Point), which scores notably higher. For more schools in White City, see our White City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Table Rock Elementary White City 0.8 mi 4.5
Crater Lake Academy Eagle Point 1.6 mi 6.8
KNOX CLASSICAL ACADEMY Central Point 1.8 mi 6.5
KNOX CLASSICAL ACADEMY Central Point 1.8 mi 6.1
Kids Unlimited Academy White City Medford 1.6 mi 5.8
URCEO-Upper Rogue Center for Educational Opportunities Eagle Point 2.7 mi 3.9
Hillside Elementary Eagle Point 2.8 mi 6.9
Eagle Point High School Eagle Point 2.9 mi 6.6
Eagle Rock Elementary School Eagle Point 3.5 mi 8.5
Eagle Point Middle School Eagle Point 3.7 mi 6.9
Abraham Lincoln Elementary Medford 5.2 mi 5.9
Kennedy Elementary School Medford 5.6 mi 6.8
SHADY POINT S.D.A. ELEMENTARY Eagle Point 5.7 mi
Lone Pine Elementary School Medford 6.4 mi 6.8
North Medford High School Medford 6.4 mi 5.3
Jewett Elementary School Central Point 5.8 mi 3.7
Wilson Elementary School Medford 6.7 mi 5.1
Howard Elementary School Medford 6.4 mi 5.4
MEDFORD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Medford 6.8 mi 7.1
The Valley School of Southern Oregon Medford 7.1 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97503 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,040

Median Home Value

$299,500

Median Rent

$1,082/mo

Population

14,119

College Educated

12.4%

Homeownership

84.2%

Avg Commute

21.7 min

Poverty Rate

22%

Median Age

35.4

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Silverton Middle School Silverton, OR 5.6
Tillamook Junior High School Tillamook, OR 5.6
Kelly Middle School Eugene, OR 5.5
Oaklea Middle School Junction City, OR 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about White Mountain Middle School

What grades does White Mountain Middle School serve?

White Mountain Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend White Mountain Middle School?

White Mountain Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 357 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at White Mountain Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at White Mountain Middle School is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does White Mountain Middle School rank in OR?

White Mountain Middle School ranks #778 of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is White Mountain Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

White Mountain Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 White Mountain Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, White Mountain Middle School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is White Mountain Middle School a charter school?

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

Is White Mountain Middle School a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for White Mountain Middle School?

74.2% of students at White Mountain 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
357
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
74.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Jackson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
35.6%

District

Eagle Point SD 9
District Enrollment
4,210
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,500
District Rank
#9 of 11

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