Chehalem Valley Middle School

Chehalem Valley Middle School sits in Newberg, a charming small city tucked into Oregon's wine country where the Chehalem Mountains meet the Willamette Valley — the kind of place where families trade city congestion for a tighter-knit community without giving up much. The school punches well above its size, with particularly strong math performance that puts it among the top schools in the state, making it a solid choice for families who want rigorous academics in a less pressured, small-town setting. If you're drawn to a community where kids still feel like individuals rather than class numbers, and where the drive to McMinnville or Portland is short enough for weekend adventures, Chehalem Valley is worth a serious look.