Serving 275 students in grades 6-8, Siuslaw 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 20% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 275 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Siuslaw Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Florence, OR, encompassing approximately 320.9 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 15.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Siuslaw Middle School's student population of 275 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
275 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Motivating and Preparing All Students to Reach Their Greatest Potential
School Rankings
Siuslaw 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 Siuslaw Middle School is 0.41, which is less 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
#947 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
17%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.8%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
9%
7%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Siuslaw Middle School's ranking?
Siuslaw Middle School is ranked #947 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Siuslaw Middle School often compared to?
Siuslaw Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Siuslaw Elementary School, Siuslaw High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Siuslaw Middle School?
275 students attend Siuslaw Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Siuslaw Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Siuslaw Middle School?
Siuslaw Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Siuslaw Middle School offer ?
Siuslaw Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Siuslaw Middle School part of?
Siuslaw Middle School is part of Siuslaw SD 97j School District.
School Reviews
3 10/10/2025
This school has lots of bullies. I have got bullied a lot so don't believe everything you here! There are also lots of physical fights so be careful not on the upside there are lots of amazing students and lots of amazing teachers love my best friend she loves this school so I guess I do too. My favorite person/teacher would be Mr. Johnson and Mrs. Perry!!!! Please do a good reviews because I love the library!!!!!!! Also do a good review because the bathrooms are ok OH YEAH Don't BRING PHONES IN THE BATHROOM OR COMMONS OR GYM OR CLASS OR OUTSIDE OOORRR TO SCHOOL IN GENRAL. UNLESS PERMISION IS CONSEIVED!
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