Serving 248 students in grades 6-8, Okanogan 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 28% (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 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Okanogan Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Okanogan Middle School's student population of 248 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
248 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Okanogan 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 Okanogan Middle School is 0.65, 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
#1504 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
10%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
28%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
51%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Okanogan Middle School's ranking?
Okanogan Middle School is ranked #1504 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Okanogan Middle School often compared to?
Okanogan Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Okanogan High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% 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 Okanogan Middle School?
248 students attend Okanogan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Okanogan Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Okanogan Middle School?
Okanogan Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Okanogan Middle School offer ?
Okanogan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Okanogan Middle School part of?
Okanogan Middle School is part of Okanogan School District.
School Reviews
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