Serving 576 students in grades 6-8, Housel 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 20% (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 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% 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: 576 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Housel Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Housel Middle School's student population of 576 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
576 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Housel 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 Housel Middle School is 0.47, 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
#1844 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
69%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
25%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Housel Middle School's ranking?
Housel Middle School is ranked #1844 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?
20% 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 Housel Middle School?
576 students attend Housel Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Housel Middle School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Housel Middle School?
Housel Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Housel Middle School offer ?
Housel Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Housel Middle School part of?
Housel Middle School is part of Prosser School District.
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