Serving 566 students in grades 6-8, Selkirk Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher 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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 566 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Selkirk Middle School's student population of 566 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
566 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Selkirk Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Selkirk Middle School is 0.27, 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
#615 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
4%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
85%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Selkirk Middle School's ranking?
Selkirk Middle School is ranked #615 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Selkirk Middle School?
566 students attend Selkirk Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Selkirk Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Selkirk Middle School?
Selkirk Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Selkirk Middle School offer ?
Selkirk Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Selkirk Middle School part of?
Selkirk Middle School is part of Central Valley School District.
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