Serving 772 students in grades 6-8, Aki Kurose Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower 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 84% of the student body (majority Black and 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: 772 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aki Kurose Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Aki Kurose Middle School's student population of 772 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
772 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Aki Kurose Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aki Kurose Middle School is 0.78, 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
#1619 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
9%
Hispanic
18%
26%
Black
32%
5%
White
16%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aki Kurose Middle School's ranking?
Aki Kurose Middle School is ranked #1619 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Aki Kurose Middle School often compared to?
Aki Kurose Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edmonds S. Meany Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Aki Kurose Middle School?
772 students attend Aki Kurose Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Aki Kurose Middle School students are Black, 23% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aki Kurose Middle School?
Aki Kurose Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Aki Kurose Middle School offer ?
Aki Kurose Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Aki Kurose Middle School part of?
Aki Kurose Middle School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Aki Kurose Middle School located?
Aki Kurose Middle School is located in the Rainier Valley neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 3 other public schools located in Rainier Valley.
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