Serving 445 students in grades 5-8, Granger 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 15% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Granger Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Granger Middle School's student population of 445 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
445 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Granger 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 Granger Middle School is 0.10, 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
#1988 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
95%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Granger Middle School's ranking?
Granger Middle School is ranked #1988 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Granger Middle School?
445 students attend Granger Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Granger Middle School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Granger Middle School?
Granger Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Granger Middle School offer ?
Granger Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Granger Middle School part of?
Granger Middle School is part of Granger School District.
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