Serving 537 students in grades 6-8, Hosford Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher 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 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hosford Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hosford Middle School's student population of 537 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
537 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hosford Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hosford Middle School is 0.53, 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
#145 out of 1174 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
4%
3%
White
67%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
12%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hosford Middle School's ranking?
Hosford Middle School is ranked #145 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Hosford Middle School often compared to?
Hosford Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mt Tabor Middle School, Da Vinci Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Hosford Middle School?
537 students attend Hosford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Hosford Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hosford Middle School?
Hosford Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hosford Middle School offer ?
Hosford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hosford Middle School part of?
Hosford Middle School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Hosford Middle School located?
Hosford Middle School is located in the Hosford Abernethy neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Hosford Abernethy.
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