Siuslaw High School is a public high school in the northwest United States, located in Florence, Oregon. It is named after the local Siuslaw River, and the current principal is Michael Harklerode.
Serving 413 students in grades 9-12, Siuslaw High School ranks in the top 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Siuslaw High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Siuslaw High School's student population of 413 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
413 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Siuslaw High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Siuslaw High 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
#587 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
9%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
76%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
11%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Vikings
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Siuslaw High School's ranking?
Siuslaw High School is ranked #587 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Siuslaw High School often compared to?
Siuslaw High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Siuslaw Elementary School, Siuslaw Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Siuslaw High School?
The graduation rate of Siuslaw High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Siuslaw High School?
413 students attend Siuslaw High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Siuslaw High School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Siuslaw High School?
Siuslaw High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Siuslaw High School offer ?
Siuslaw High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Siuslaw High School part of?
Siuslaw High School is part of Siuslaw SD 97j School District.
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