Rowe Middle School

3606 Se Lake Rd
Portland, OR 97222
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 747 students in grades 6-8, Rowe 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 24% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% 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: 747 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 46%
  • : Bottom 50% in OR
  • : 15% (Btm 50%)
  • : 24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Rowe Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:

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School Overview

Rowe Middle School's student population of 747 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
747 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Rowe 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 Rowe Middle School is 0.63, 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.
This School
State Level (OR)
#1072 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
15%
31%
24%
44%
18%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
27%
26%
Black
4%
3%
White
54%
57%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
9%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
0.63
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rowe Middle School's ranking?
Rowe Middle School is ranked #1072 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Rowe Middle School often compared to?
Rowe Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rock Creek Middle School, Alder Creek 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 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Rowe Middle School?
747 students attend Rowe Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Rowe Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rowe Middle School?
Rowe Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rowe Middle School offer ?
Rowe Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rowe Middle School part of?
Rowe Middle School is part of North Clackamas SD 12 School District.
In what neighborhood is Rowe Middle School located?
Rowe Middle School is located in the Lake Road neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Lake Road.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 747 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 46%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 15% (Btm 50%)
  • : 24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

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