Serving 566 students in grades 6-8, Joseph Lane Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 566 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joseph Lane Middle School's student population of 566 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
566 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Joseph Lane Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joseph Lane Middle School is 0.39, 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
#534 out of 1196 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
13%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
77%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph Lane Middle School's ranking?
Joseph Lane Middle School is ranked #534 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Joseph Lane Middle School often compared to?
Joseph Lane Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John C Fremont Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Joseph Lane Middle School?
566 students attend Joseph Lane Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Joseph Lane Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joseph Lane Middle School?
Joseph Lane Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Joseph Lane Middle School offer ?
Joseph Lane Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Joseph Lane Middle School part of?
Joseph Lane Middle School is part of Douglas County SD 4 School District.
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