Best 97702 Oregon Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,355 students in 97702, OR.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 97702, OR are Cascade Middle School and High Desert Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 97702 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Oregon public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 45% statewide average). Middle schools in 97702, OR have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Oregon public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public middle school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

Best 97702, OR Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cascade Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
19619 Mountaineer Wy
Bend, OR 97702
(541) 355-7000
Gr: 6-8 | 687 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
High Desert Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
61000 Diamondback Ln
Bend, OR 97702
(541) 355-7200
Gr: 6-8 | 668 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 30%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 97702, OR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 97702, OR include Cascade Middle School and High Desert Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 97702?
2 public middle schools are located in 97702.
What is the racial composition of students in 97702?
97702 public middle schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public middle schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

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