Serving 391 students in grades 6-8, Lane 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 11% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lane Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Lane Middle School's student population of 391 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
391 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Lane Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lane Middle School is 0.76, 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
#1116 out of 1196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
31%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
44%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1

American Indian
1%
1%

Asian
13%
4%

Hispanic
26%
26%

Black
10%
3%

White
38%
58%

Hawaiian
3%
1%

Two or more races
9%
7%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
51%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
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 Lane Middle School's ranking?
Lane Middle School is ranked #1116 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Lane Middle School often compared to?
Lane Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ockley Green Middle School, Hosford Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Lane Middle School?
391 students attend Lane Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Lane Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 10% 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 Lane Middle School?
Lane Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lane Middle School offer ?
Lane Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lane Middle School part of?
Lane Middle School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Lane Middle School located?
Lane Middle School is located in the Brentwood Darlington neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 2 other public schools located in Brentwood Darlington.
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