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Middle Schools

Talmadge Middle School

Central SD 13J · Polk County · 51 16th Street, Independence, OR 97351.0

(503)606-2252

2/10
#177
Rank 177 out of 220
Top 80%
English Language Arts3/10 · #164 · 26th percentile
Mathematics2/10 · #185 · 16th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

School Overview

Talmadge Middle School sits in the small, tight-knit city of Independence, a riverside community along the Willamette that has a distinctly rural, unhurried feel compared to the larger cities nearby. Academically, the school faces some real challenges, with test scores currently below state midpoints in both English and math — something families who prioritize academics may want to factor in when planning. That said, Independence has a strong sense of community identity, and families already rooted in the area often appreciate the smaller-town environment and the connections that come with it.

Student Demographics

652 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
306 (47%)
White
291 (45%)
Multiple Races
32 (5%)
American Indian
10 (2%)
Other
13 (2%)

Key Indicators

Socioeconomically Disadvantaged249 (38%)
Students with Disabilities97 (15%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

716
Enrollment
38
Teachers (FTE)
18.8:1
Student-Staff Ratio
3
Administrators (FTE)
25
Avg Class Size

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs4/10 · #145 · 35th percentile

23 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in Oregon.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found