Middle Schools in Greater Albany Public School District 8J

The Greater Albany Public School District 8J in Oregon is home to 4 middle schools serving grades 6-8: Timber Ridge School, Calapooia Middle School, Memorial Middle School, and North Albany Middle School. While the district faces challenges with high chronic absenteeism and a majority of economically disadvantaged students, one school stands out as a consistent performer.

North Albany Middle School is the clear standout, consistently ranking among the top 51-87 middle schools in the state and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school's test scores in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science significantly outpace the district and state averages, with over 50% of students proficient or better in these subjects. In contrast, the other three middle schools in the district struggle to match North Albany's academic achievements.

Across the district, there are concerning trends, including high chronic absenteeism rates (34.3%) and a majority of students coming from economically disadvantaged backgrounds (65.19% to 65.89% free and reduced lunch). Additionally, the data reveals funding disparities, with Timber Ridge School spending significantly less per student ($8,216) compared to the other three schools ($16,285 to $16,608). Addressing these challenges and ensuring equitable resources and opportunities for all students will be crucial for the Greater Albany Public School District 8J to provide a consistently high-quality education.