Serving 400 students in grades 6-8, Hunt 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 23% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hunt Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hunt Middle School's student population of 400 students has grown by 86% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 1000% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
400 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hunt 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 Hunt Middle School is 0.78, which is more 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
#1721 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
7%
9%
Hispanic
15%
26%
Black
14%
5%
White
37%
49%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
21%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
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 Hunt Middle School's ranking?
Hunt Middle School is ranked #1721 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Hunt Middle School?
400 students attend Hunt Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Hunt Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hunt Middle School?
Hunt Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Hunt Middle School offer ?
Hunt Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hunt Middle School part of?
Hunt Middle School is part of Tacoma School District.
In what neighborhood is Hunt Middle School located?
Hunt Middle School is located in the West End neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 14 other public schools located in West End.
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