For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,310 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 43% (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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public middle school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97702, OR Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cascade Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
19619 Mountaineer Wy
Bend, OR 97702
(541) 355-7000
Bend, OR 97702
(541) 355-7000
Grades: 6-8
| 617 students
Rank: #22.
High Desert Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
61000 Diamondback Ln
Bend, OR 97702
(541) 355-7200
Bend, OR 97702
(541) 355-7200
Grades: 6-8
| 693 students
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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public middle schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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