For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 984 students in 97478, OR.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 97478, OR are Thurston Middle School and Agnes Stewart Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 97478 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Oregon public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 45% statewide average). Middle schools in 97478, OR have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public middle school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97478, OR Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thurston Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6300 Thurston Rd
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 744-6368
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 744-6368
Gr: 6-8 | 524 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Agnes Stewart Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
900 S 32nd St
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 988-2520
Springfield, OR 97478
(541) 988-2520
Gr: 6-8 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 97478, OR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 97478, OR include Thurston Middle School and Agnes Stewart Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 97478?
2 public middle schools are located in 97478.
What is the racial composition of students in 97478?
97478 public middle schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public middle schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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