Average
#588 of 1,226 schools in OR
Top 48% in state
Harbor Lights Middle School
Middle School · Bandon SD 54
390 9th St SW, Bandon, OR 97411
Enrollment
198
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
198
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oregon schools
#588 of 1,226
In Bandon
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
Bandon SD 54
Equity
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Harbor Lights Middle School
Harbor Lights Middle School is a public middle school in Bandon, OR, part of Bandon SD 54. Harbor Lights Middle School serves approximately 198 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Harbor Lights Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #588 of 1,226 schools in OR.
Structured state assessment records for Harbor Lights Middle School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- OR avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 198 students, Harbor Lights Middle School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
46% of students at Harbor Lights Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Harbor Lights Middle School — Students at Harbor Lights Middle School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)
Based on 30 test records from OR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.4/10.
How Harbor Lights Middle School Compares
See how Harbor Lights Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
390 9th St SW, Bandon, OR 97411
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harbor Lights Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Pacific High School (rated 9.0/10, 18.8 miles away, in nearby Port Orford), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lighthouse Charter School (rated 8.9/10, 19.8 miles away, in nearby Coos Bay), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Coquille Valley Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 12.6 miles away, in nearby Coquille), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bandon, see our Bandon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 21.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bandon Senior High School Bandon | 0.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Ocean Crest Elementary School Bandon | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Winter Lakes High Coquille | 11.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Winter Lakes Elementary Coquille | 12.4 mi | 3.3 |
| Coquille Junior Senior High Coquille | 12.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Coquille Valley Elementary Coquille | 12.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Lincoln School of Early Learning Coquille | 12.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Pacific High School Port Orford | 18.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Myrtle Point High School Myrtle Point | 14.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Myrtle Crest School Myrtle Point | 15.0 mi | 6.2 |
| ALTERNATIVE YOUTH ACTIVITIES, INC Coos Bay | 20.0 mi | — |
| Madison Elementary School Coos Bay | 20.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Sunset School Coos Bay | 20.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Marshfield Senior High School Coos Bay | 19.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Marshfield Junior High Coos Bay | 19.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Destinations Academy Coos Bay | 19.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Lighthouse Charter School Coos Bay | 19.8 mi | 8.9 |
| GOLD COAST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Coos Bay | 20.8 mi | — |
| Resource Link Charter School Coos Bay | 20.5 mi | 6.5 |
| KINGSVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL North Bend | 21.3 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97411 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,476
Median Home Value
$425,800
Median Rent
$920/mo
Population
7,629
College Educated
26.6%
Homeownership
73.1%
Poverty Rate
20.6%
Median Age
59.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Gervais Middle School Gervais, OR | 6.4 |
| Taft Middle School Lincoln City, OR | 6.4 |
| Lincoln Middle School Oakland, OR | 6.3 |
| Culver Middle School Culver, OR | 6.6 |
| THE SISKIYOU SCHOOL Ashland, OR | 6.2 |
| Vernonia Middle School Vernonia, OR | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harbor Lights Middle School
What grades does Harbor Lights Middle School serve?
Harbor Lights Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Harbor Lights Middle School?
Harbor Lights Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 198 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harbor Lights Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Harbor Lights Middle School is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Harbor Lights Middle School rank in OR?
Harbor Lights Middle School ranks #588 of 1,226 schools in OR.
What is Harbor Lights Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Harbor Lights Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Harbor Lights Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Harbor Lights Middle School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Harbor Lights Middle School a charter school?
No, Harbor Lights Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Harbor Lights Middle School a Title I school?
No, Harbor Lights Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harbor Lights Middle School?
63.1% of students at Harbor Lights Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 198
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Coos County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.0%
- Phone
- (541) 347-4415
Resources & Links
District
Bandon SD 54- District Enrollment
- 630
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,224
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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