Serving 589 students in grades 6-8, South Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is equal to the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (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 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Middle School's student population of 589 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
589 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Motto
A community dedicated to learning while promoting integrity and respect
School Rankings
South 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 South Middle School is 0.40, 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
#630 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
18%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
75%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Middle School's ranking?
South Middle School is ranked #630 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are South Middle School often compared to?
South Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend South Middle School?
589 students attend South Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of South Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Middle School?
South Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Middle School offer ?
South Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Middle School part of?
South Middle School is part of Grants Pass SD 7 School District.
School Reviews
3 4/21/2020
The academics at this school used to be great until they made a bunch of unnecessary changes like getting rid of advanced classes; now kids really don't care about school at all. The school itself is very old, and the hallways are very overcrowded. However, this school isn't all bad, there are plenty of extracurricular activities to choose from, and our Brain Bowl team made it to the finals twice.
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