Serving 435 students in grades 7-8, East Valley 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 25% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% 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: 7-8
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Valley Middle School's student population of 435 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
435 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Valley 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 East Valley Middle School is 0.46, 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
#1344 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
13%
26%
Black
3%
5%
White
72%
49%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Valley Middle School's ranking?
East Valley Middle School is ranked #1344 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend East Valley Middle School?
435 students attend East Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of East Valley Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Valley Middle School?
East Valley Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does East Valley Middle School offer ?
East Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is East Valley Middle School part of?
East Valley Middle School is part of East Valley School District (Spokane).
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