Serving 301 students in grades 6-8, Aspire 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 52% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aspire Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
School Overview
Aspire Middle School's student population of 301 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
301 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Aspire Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aspire Middle School is 0.67, 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
#421 out of 2113 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
9%
Hispanic
18%
26%
Black
5%
5%
White
52%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
18%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aspire Middle School's ranking?
Aspire Middle School is ranked #421 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Aspire Middle School often compared to?
Aspire Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Aspire Middle School?
301 students attend Aspire Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Aspire Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aspire Middle School?
Aspire Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Aspire Middle School offer ?
Aspire Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Aspire Middle School part of?
Aspire Middle School is part of North Thurston School District.
School Reviews
4 6/8/2021
Love this school, so inclusive of lgbtqia+ students. Very fun. hi cap is hard but manageable. Give it 4 stars.
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