Serving 216 students in grades 6-8, Finley 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 10% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower 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 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 216 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Finley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Finley Middle School's student population of 216 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
216 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Finley 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 Finley 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
#2072 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
48%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
46%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
50%
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 Finley Middle School's ranking?
Finley Middle School is ranked #2072 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?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Finley Middle School?
216 students attend Finley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Finley Middle School students are Hispanic, 46% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Finley Middle School?
Finley Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Finley Middle School offer ?
Finley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Finley Middle School part of?
Finley Middle School is part of Finley School District.
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