Serving 909 students in grades 6-8, Tyee Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher 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 82% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 909 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tyee Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Tyee Middle School's student population of 909 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
909 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tyee Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tyee Middle School is 0.54, 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
#88 out of 2113 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
65%
9%
Hispanic
6%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
18%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Tyee Middle School's ranking?
Tyee Middle School is ranked #88 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Tyee Middle School often compared to?
Tyee Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tillicum Middle School, Odle Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Tyee Middle School?
909 students attend Tyee Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Tyee Middle School students are Asian, 18% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tyee Middle School?
Tyee Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Tyee Middle School offer ?
Tyee Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Tyee Middle School part of?
Tyee Middle School is part of Bellevue School District.
In what neighborhood is Tyee Middle School located?
Tyee Middle School is located in the Factoria neighborhood of Bellevue, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Factoria.
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