Serving 582 students in grades 6-8, Alice Ott Middle School ranks in the top 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 28% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 582 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alice Ott Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Alice Ott Middle School's student population of 582 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
582 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Alice Ott Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alice Ott Middle School is 0.78, 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
#534 out of 1196 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
15%
4%
Hispanic
25%
26%
Black
15%
3%
White
34%
58%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
17%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alice Ott Middle School's ranking?
Alice Ott Middle School is ranked #534 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Alice Ott Middle School often compared to?
Alice Ott Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ron Russell Middle School, Floyd Light Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Alice Ott Middle School?
582 students attend Alice Ott Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Alice Ott Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alice Ott Middle School?
Alice Ott Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Alice Ott Middle School offer ?
Alice Ott Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alice Ott Middle School part of?
Alice Ott Middle School is part of David Douglas SD 40 School District.
In what neighborhood is Alice Ott Middle School located?
Alice Ott Middle School is located in the Powellhurst Gilbert neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 3 other public schools located in Powellhurst Gilbert.
School Reviews
5 8/9/2010
AO is awesome. Teachers are nice,they understand and support you.Explain the work and smile everyday to you.
2 2/22/2010
AO is the worst school I've ever been to. It has horrible kids who are dumber than rocks and are problem kids. The teachers are mean and all they do is suspend you and stress you out. It is in the ghetto and it has the worst vice principal in the world. I hate Alice Ott!!
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