Serving 738 students in grades 6-8, Washington 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 9% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 738 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Washington Middle School's student population of 738 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
738 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Washington 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 Washington Middle School is 0.13, 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
#2097 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
93%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
4%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
1%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Middle School's ranking?
Washington Middle School is ranked #2097 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Washington Middle School often compared to?
Washington Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Washington Middle School?
738 students attend Washington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Washington Middle School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Middle School?
Washington Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Washington Middle School offer ?
Washington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Washington Middle School part of?
Washington Middle School is part of Yakima School District.
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