Serving 646 students in grades 6-8, Floyd Light Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 646 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Math Proficiency: 33%
- Reading Proficiency: 47%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Floyd Light Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Floyd Light Middle School's student population of 646 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
646 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Floyd Light Middle School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)33%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)47%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
11%
4%
Hispanic
31%
25%
Black
12%
2%
White
32%
60%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Floyd Light Middle School often compared to?
Floyd Light Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ron Russell Middle School, Alice Ott Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
How many students attend Floyd Light Middle School?
646 students attend Floyd Light Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Floyd Light Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 10% 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 Floyd Light Middle School?
Floyd Light Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Floyd Light Middle School offer ?
Floyd Light Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Floyd Light Middle School part of?
Floyd Light Middle School is part of David Douglas SD 40 School District.
In what neighborhood is Floyd Light Middle School located?
Floyd Light Middle School is located in the Mill Park neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Mill Park.
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