Serving 551 students in grades 7-8, Washington Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 551 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington Middle School's student population of 551 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
551 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Washington Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Middle School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#790 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
94%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Middle School's ranking?
Washington Middle School is ranked #790 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Washington Middle School often compared to?
Washington Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Union Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Washington Middle School?
551 students attend Washington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Washington Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Middle School?
Washington Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washington Middle School offer ?
Washington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Washington Middle School part of?
Washington Middle School is part of Washington School District.
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