Serving 684 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 20:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 684 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Floyd Light Middle School serves the northern part of Portland, OR, covering an area of approximately 3.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Floyd Light Middle School's student population of 684 students has stayed relatively flat 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
684 students
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 0.79, 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
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
14%
4%
Hispanic
30%
26%
Black
14%
3%
White
29%
57%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
9%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
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
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?
684 students attend Floyd Light Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Floyd Light Middle School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Black, 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 20:1, 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 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.
School Calendar
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Date
No School: Spring Break
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
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