Summary:
The city of Colton, Oregon has only one middle school, Colton Middle School, which serves students in grades 6-8. The school is part of the Colton School District 53.
Colton Middle School has seen a decline in its statewide ranking over the past few years, dropping from 147th out of 380 Oregon middle schools in 2022-2023 to 309th out of 368 in 2024-2025. The school's performance on standardized tests is significantly below state averages across all grade levels and subject areas, with particularly low math proficiency rates. For example, in 2024-2025, only 6.3% of 7th graders and 20.7% of 8th graders met or exceeded math standards, compared to the state averages.
Despite the higher per-student spending and lower student-teacher ratio at Colton Middle School, the school is not translating these resources into improved academic outcomes. The school serves a population with significant socioeconomic challenges, with 47.32% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2023-2024. These equity concerns, along with the school's declining performance and resource allocation, suggest the need for targeted interventions and support to address the challenges facing Colton Middle School and improve student outcomes.
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