Serving 528 students in grades 7-8, Centralia 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 22% (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 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 528 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centralia Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Centralia Middle School's student population of 528 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
528 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Centralia 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 Centralia Middle School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1664 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
44%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
50%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centralia Middle School's ranking?
Centralia Middle School is ranked #1664 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Centralia Middle School often compared to?
Centralia Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chehalis Middle School, Centralia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% 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 Centralia Middle School?
528 students attend Centralia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Centralia Middle School students are White, 44% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Centralia Middle School?
Centralia Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Centralia Middle School offer ?
Centralia Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Centralia Middle School part of?
Centralia Middle School is part of Centralia School District.
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