Serving 664 students in grades 6-8, Dimmitt 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 18% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (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 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), 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: 664 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dimmitt Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Dimmitt Middle School's student population of 664 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
664 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dimmitt 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 Dimmitt 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
#1881 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
26%
9%
Hispanic
28%
26%
Black
26%
5%
White
10%
49%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
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 Dimmitt Middle School's ranking?
Dimmitt Middle School is ranked #1881 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Dimmitt Middle School often compared to?
Dimmitt Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nelsen Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Dimmitt Middle School?
664 students attend Dimmitt Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Dimmitt Middle School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Asian, 26% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dimmitt Middle School?
Dimmitt Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Dimmitt Middle School offer ?
Dimmitt Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dimmitt Middle School part of?
Dimmitt Middle School is part of Renton School District.
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