For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 360 students in 97862, OR.
The top-ranked public middle school in 97862, OR is Central Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 97862 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Oregon public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 45% statewide average). Middle schools in 97862, OR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public middle school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97862, OR Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
306 Sw 2nd Ave
Milton Freewater, OR 97862
(541) 938-5504
Milton Freewater, OR 97862
(541) 938-5504
Gr: 6-8 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 97862, OR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 97862, OR include Central Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 97862?
1 public middle schools are located in 97862.
What is the racial composition of students in 97862?
97862 public middle schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oregon public middle schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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