Serving 633 students in grades 6-8, Central Kitsap 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 41% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% 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: 633 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Kitsap Middle School's student population of 633 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
633 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central Kitsap 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 Central Kitsap Middle School is 0.60, 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
#726 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
14%
26%
Black
3%
5%
White
59%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
18%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Kitsap Middle School's ranking?
Central Kitsap Middle School is ranked #726 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Central Kitsap Middle School often compared to?
Central Kitsap Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ridgetop Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Central Kitsap Middle School?
633 students attend Central Kitsap Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Central Kitsap Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Kitsap Middle School?
Central Kitsap Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Central Kitsap Middle School offer ?
Central Kitsap Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Central Kitsap Middle School part of?
Central Kitsap Middle School is part of Central Kitsap School District.
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