Middle Schools in Molalla River School District 35

Molalla River School District 35 in Oregon is home to a single middle school, Molalla River Middle School, which serves students in grades 6-8. While the school's performance has fluctuated in recent years, it currently ranks below average compared to other middle schools in the state, with a 2-out-of-5-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Molalla River Middle School's academic performance is mixed, with proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics generally below the state averages, though there are some exceptions in 7th grade ELA. The school's 8th grade Science proficiency rate is also significantly lower than the state average. Additionally, the school faces challenges with a high chronic absenteeism rate of 34.3%, which is quite high. Despite the school's higher-than-average per-student spending of $14,786, the data suggests that the resources may not be effectively utilized to address the specific needs of the student population, which includes a significant percentage (49.9%) of economically disadvantaged students receiving free or reduced-price lunch.

While Molalla River School District 35 is working to support its students, the data indicates that Molalla River Middle School may benefit from targeted interventions and strategies to improve student engagement, instructional practices, and overall academic outcomes. The school's challenges, including inconsistent performance and high chronic absenteeism, suggest that there are opportunities for the district to better utilize its resources and address the specific needs of the student population.