Serving 862 students in grades 6-8, Mercer International Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 862 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mercer International Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mercer International Middle School's student population of 862 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
862 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mercer International Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mercer International Middle School is 0.76, which is more 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
#727 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
38%
9%
Hispanic
19%
26%
Black
18%
5%
White
14%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mercer International Middle School's ranking?
Mercer International Middle School is ranked #727 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Mercer International Middle School often compared to?
Mercer International Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Middle School, Aki Kurose Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Mercer International Middle School?
862 students attend Mercer International Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Mercer International Middle School students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mercer International Middle School?
Mercer International Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Mercer International Middle School offer ?
Mercer International Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mercer International Middle School part of?
Mercer International Middle School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Mercer International Middle School located?
Mercer International Middle School is located in the Greater Duwamish neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 5 other public schools located in Greater Duwamish.
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