Serving 285 students in grades 6-8, Coffenberry 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 13% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 36:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 36:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Coffenberry Middle School's student population of 285 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
285 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Coffenberry Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Coffenberry Middle School is 0.36, which is less 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
#1083 out of 1196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
36:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
8%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
79%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coffenberry Middle School's ranking?
Coffenberry Middle School is ranked #1083 out of 1,196 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?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Coffenberry Middle School?
285 students attend Coffenberry Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Coffenberry Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Coffenberry Middle School?
Coffenberry Middle School has a student ration of 36:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Coffenberry Middle School offer ?
Coffenberry Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Coffenberry Middle School part of?
Coffenberry Middle School is part of South Umpqua SD 19 School District.
School Reviews
5 4/27/2020
Miss. Lynn and mr. Carpenter were my favorite teachers in 7th and 8th grade they made school worth going.
2 5/3/2010
This school has few extra activities. Even athletic programs are limited. Though our gym is new(er) our buildings are sprawled out, and it is though to get to class in time, even without conversations.
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