Serving 514 students in grades 6-8, Dexter Mccarty 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 15% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 514 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dexter Mccarty Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Dexter Mccarty Middle School's student population of 514 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
514 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Colors
Green and Gold
School Motto
We teach to cause a positive result!
School Rankings
Dexter Mccarty 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 Dexter Mccarty Middle School is 0.68, 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
#961 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
40%
26%
Black
5%
3%
White
39%
57%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
10%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dexter Mccarty Middle School's ranking?
Dexter Mccarty Middle School is ranked #961 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Dexter Mccarty Middle School often compared to?
Dexter Mccarty Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gordon Russell Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Dexter Mccarty Middle School?
514 students attend Dexter Mccarty Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Dexter Mccarty Middle School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dexter Mccarty Middle School?
Dexter Mccarty Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dexter Mccarty Middle School offer ?
Dexter Mccarty Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dexter Mccarty Middle School part of?
Dexter Mccarty Middle School is part of Gresham-Barlow SD 10j School District.
In what neighborhood is Dexter Mccarty Middle School located?
Dexter Mccarty Middle School is located in the Asert neighborhood of Gresham, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Asert.
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