For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 181 students in Vale, OR.
The top-ranked public middle schools in Vale, OR are Willowcreek Elementary School and Vale Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Vale, OR public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Oregon public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 45% statewide average). Middle schools in Vale have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Oregon public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public middle school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Vale, OR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Willowcreek Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2300 9th Ave W
Vale, OR 97918
(541) 473-2345
Vale, OR 97918
(541) 473-2345
Gr: 1-8 | 61 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Vale Middle School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
505 Viking Dr
Vale, OR 97918
(541) 473-0241
Vale, OR 97918
(541) 473-0241
Gr: 7-8 | 120 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Vale, OR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Vale, OR include Willowcreek Elementary School and Vale Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Vale?
2 public middle schools are located in Vale.
What is the racial composition of students in Vale?
Vale public middle schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public middle schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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