THE DALLES MIDDLE SCHOOL
The Dalles Middle School is a public middle school that is part of the North Wasco County SD 21 school district, located in The Dalles, OR with about 616 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 30 teachers, The Dalles Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
The Dalles Middle School, located at 1100 E 12th St in The Dalles, Oregon, serves as a central educational hub for the North Wasco County School District. As a middle school institution, it is dedicated to supporting students through the critical transitional years of early adolescence, typically covering grades 6 through 8. The school operates under the mission of the North Wasco County School District, focusing on fostering academic growth, social-emotional development, and preparing students for the rigors of high school and beyond.
The school’s environment is designed to provide a comprehensive learning experience that balances core academic subjects—such as mathematics, science, language arts, and social studies—with opportunities for elective exploration. By emphasizing community and student engagement, The Dalles Middle School aims to create an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to develop critical thinking skills and personal responsibility. For families and community members, the school serves as a focal point for local educational outreach and student-led initiatives within the greater Wasco County area.
For more information, contact The Dalles Middle School at (541) 506-3380 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
The Dalles, OR 97058-3099
(541) 506-3380
THE DALLES MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in The Dalles, OR with about 616 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Oregon
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- North Wasco County SD 21
- Total Students:
- 616
- Teachers:
- 30
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Supplemental Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 616 students
- White
- 52.8%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 37.5%
- Two or more races
- 5.0%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 1.6%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 1.5%
- Asian
- 1.5%
- Black or African American
- 0.2%
- Female
- 46.9%
- Male
- 53.1%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.