Warrenton Middle School

Warrenton Middle School is a public middle school in Warrenton, Oregon, serving 242 students in grades 6-8. While the school is part of the Warrenton-Hammond School District 30, which is ranked 87 out of 140 districts in the state, Warrenton Middle School itself has consistently ranked in the bottom half of Oregon middle schools, receiving a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger.

The school's academic performance, as measured by proficiency rates in state assessments, is generally below the state average across all grade levels and subject areas. For example, in the 2024-2025 school year, the school's proficiency rates in English Language Arts ranged from 25.4% for 6th grade to 48.1% for 8th grade, compared to the state averages of 41.7%, 44.2%, and 41.6%, respectively. Similarly, the school's proficiency rates in Mathematics were significantly lower than the state averages, ranging from 12.7% for 6th grade to 20.3% for 8th grade, compared to the state averages of 29.3%, 31.5%, and 28.9%. Additionally, Warrenton Middle School has struggled with high chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 34.3% to 40.0% over the past few years, which is significantly higher than the state average.

While Warrenton Middle School faces several challenges, the school's performance varies significantly across different student subgroups. For instance, Hispanic students and students from low socioeconomic backgrounds have performed relatively well, ranking in the top half of Oregon middle schools, while the school has struggled with the performance of male students and special education students. This suggests that the school may need to focus on addressing the specific needs and challenges faced by these subgroups to improve overall academic outcomes. Collaboration with higher-performing neighboring schools, such as Astoria Middle School and Seaside Middle School, could provide valuable insights and opportunities for shared learning and best practices.