Serving 848 students in grades 6-8, Harrison 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 24% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (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 93% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 848 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harrison Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Harrison Middle School's student population of 848 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
848 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harrison 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 Harrison Middle School is 0.15, 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
#1637 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
92%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
7%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
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 Harrison Middle School's ranking?
Harrison Middle School is ranked #1637 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Harrison Middle School often compared to?
Harrison Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Toppenish Middle School, Sierra Vista Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Harrison Middle School?
848 students attend Harrison Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Harrison Middle School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harrison Middle School?
Harrison Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Harrison Middle School offer ?
Harrison Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Harrison Middle School part of?
Harrison Middle School is part of Sunnyside School District.
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