Serving 309 students in grades 7-8, Robert L Olds Junior High 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 19% (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 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert L Olds Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Robert L Olds Junior High School's student population of 309 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
309 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Robert L Olds Junior High 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 Robert L Olds Junior High School is 0.44, 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
#1940 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
70%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
27%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
1%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert L Olds Junior High School's ranking?
Robert L Olds Junior High School is ranked #1940 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?
19% 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 Robert L Olds Junior High School?
309 students attend Robert L Olds Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Robert L Olds Junior High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert L Olds Junior High School?
Robert L Olds Junior High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Robert L Olds Junior High School offer ?
Robert L Olds Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Robert L Olds Junior High School part of?
Robert L Olds Junior High School is part of North Franklin School District.
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