Leodis V. McDaniel High School is a public high school located in northeast Portland, Oregon, United States.
Serving 1,681 students in grades 9-12, Leodis V. Mcdaniel High School ranks in the bottom 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,681 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 71% (Btm 50% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leodis V. Mcdaniel High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Leodis V. Mcdaniel High School's student population of 1,681 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,681 students
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Year Founded
1957
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
Leodis V. Mcdaniel High 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 Leodis V. Mcdaniel High School is 0.75, 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
#753 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
12%
4%
Hispanic
28%
26%
Black
13%
3%
White
37%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
8%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
71%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leodis V. Mcdaniel High School's ranking?
Leodis V. Mcdaniel High School is ranked #753 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Leodis V. Mcdaniel High School?
The graduation rate of Leodis V. Mcdaniel High School is 71%, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Leodis V. Mcdaniel High School?
1,681 students attend Leodis V. Mcdaniel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Leodis V. Mcdaniel High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leodis V. Mcdaniel High School?
Leodis V. Mcdaniel High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Leodis V. Mcdaniel High School offer ?
Leodis V. Mcdaniel High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Leodis V. Mcdaniel High School part of?
Leodis V. Mcdaniel High School is part of Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Leodis V. Mcdaniel High School located?
Leodis V. Mcdaniel High School is located in the Lents neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 5 other public schools located in Lents.
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