Serving 1,035 students in grades 6-8, Waldo Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,035 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
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Waldo Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
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Waldo Middle School's student population of 1,035 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,035 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 11, 2026
Waldo Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waldo Middle School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1107 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
71%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
15%
58%
Hawaiian
8%
1%
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Waldo Middle School's ranking?
Waldo Middle School is ranked #1107 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Waldo Middle School often compared to?
Waldo Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parrish Middle School, Crossler Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Waldo Middle School?
1,035 students attend Waldo Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Waldo Middle School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 8% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waldo Middle School?
Waldo Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Waldo Middle School offer ?
Waldo Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waldo Middle School part of?
Waldo Middle School is part of Salem-Keizer School District 24j.
In what neighborhood is Waldo Middle School located?
Waldo Middle School is located in the Lansing neighborhood of Salem, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Lansing.
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