Walt Morey Middle School is a public middle school located in Troutdale, Oregon, serving grades 6-8 with a total enrollment of 565 students. The school is part of the Reynolds School District 7, which is ranked 137 out of 140 districts in Oregon and has a 0-star rating from SchoolDigger.
While Walt Morey Middle School's academic performance, as measured by the percentage of students proficient or better in OSAS tests, is generally higher than the Reynolds School District 7 average, it is still lower than the state average. The school performs relatively well for Hispanic students, ranking in the top half of Oregon middle schools in this category, but struggles with Special Education students, ranking in the bottom 3% of Oregon middle schools. Interestingly, when compared to nearby schools within the same district, such as Hauton B Lee Middle School and Reynolds Middle School, Walt Morey Middle School outperforms these schools academically.
However, the school faces significant challenges, including equity concerns and the broader context of a low-performing school district. The school's high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, at 65.84%, indicates a high proportion of students from low-socioeconomic backgrounds. Additionally, the school's performance for Gifted and Talented students has declined, suggesting potential areas for improvement. Addressing these issues will be crucial for improving the educational outcomes for all students at Walt Morey Middle School.
Students at Walt Morey Middle School are 42% White, 39% Hispanic, 8% Two or more races, 5% Asian, 4% African American, 1% Pacific Islander, 1% Not Specified.
Walt Morey Middle School ranks 205th of 371 Oregon middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.
Students who attend Walt Morey Middle School usually go on to attend Reynolds High School
Reynolds School District 7
In the 2023-24 school year, 548 students attended Walt Morey Middle School.