Serving 703 students in grades 7-8, J W Poynter Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 703 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J W Poynter Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
J W Poynter Middle School's student population of 703 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
703 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
J W Poynter 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 J W Poynter Middle School is 0.66, 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
#629 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
45%
26%
Black
4%
3%
White
36%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J W Poynter Middle School's ranking?
J W Poynter Middle School is ranked #629 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend J W Poynter Middle School?
703 students attend J W Poynter Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of J W Poynter Middle School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J W Poynter Middle School?
J W Poynter Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does J W Poynter Middle School offer ?
J W Poynter Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J W Poynter Middle School part of?
J W Poynter Middle School is part of Hillsboro SD 1j School District.
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