Serving 662 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 22% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 662 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- 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 662 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
662 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Motto
Learn. Grow. Thrive.
School Rankings
Floyd Light Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Floyd Light Middle School is 0.78, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#750 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
12%
4%
Hispanic
31%
26%
Black
14%
3%
White
30%
58%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Floyd Light Middle School's ranking?
Floyd Light Middle School is ranked #750 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Floyd Light Middle School?
662 students attend Floyd Light Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Floyd Light Middle School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 9% 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 19:1, which is higher 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Floyd Light Middle School part of?
Floyd Light Middle School is part of David Douglas School District 40.
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.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Winter SUN Last Day Today (1/26/26-3/12/26)
March 12, 2026 (Thursday)
No School: Spring Break
March 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring SUN Last Day Today (4/6/26-5/21/26)
May 21, 2026 (Thursday)
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