Serving 780 students in grades 6-8, Ron Russell Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 780 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ron Russell Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ron Russell Middle School's student population of 780 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
780 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Motto
Learning Today, Leading Tomorrow, Always a Timberwolf!
School Rankings
Ron Russell Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ron Russell Middle School is 0.79, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#898 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
15%
4%
Hispanic
33%
26%
Black
13%
3%
White
26%
57%
Hawaiian
5%
1%
Two or more races
6%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ron Russell Middle School's ranking?
Ron Russell Middle School is ranked #898 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Ron Russell Middle School often compared to?
Ron Russell Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alice Ott Middle School, Floyd Light Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Ron Russell Middle School?
780 students attend Ron Russell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Ron Russell Middle School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ron Russell Middle School?
Ron Russell Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ron Russell Middle School offer ?
Ron Russell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ron Russell Middle School part of?
Ron Russell Middle School is part of David Douglas SD 40 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ron Russell Middle School located?
Ron Russell Middle School is located in the Lents neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 5 other public schools located in Lents.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Early Dismissal: Last Day of School
June 11, 2026 (Thursday)
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