Serving 775 students in grades 7-8, Sacajawea Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 775 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sacajawea Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
School Overview
Sacajawea Middle School's student population of 775 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
775 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sacajawea Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sacajawea Middle School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#241 out of 2052 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)68%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)79%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
8%
25%
Black
4%
5%
White
70%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
15%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sacajawea Middle School's ranking?
Sacajawea Middle School is ranked #241 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Sacajawea Middle School often compared to?
Sacajawea Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chase Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Sacajawea Middle School?
775 students attend Sacajawea Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Sacajawea Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sacajawea Middle School?
Sacajawea Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Sacajawea Middle School offer ?
Sacajawea Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Sacajawea Middle School part of?
Sacajawea Middle School is part of Spokane School District.
In what neighborhood is Sacajawea Middle School located?
Sacajawea Middle School is located in the Comstock neighborhood of Spokane, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in Comstock.
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