Serving 264 students in grades 3-5, Zillah Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Zillah Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Zillah Intermediate School's student population of 264 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
264 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Zillah Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Zillah Intermediate School is 0.54, 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
#916 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
7%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
61%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
29%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
41%
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 Zillah Intermediate School's ranking?
Zillah Intermediate School is ranked #916 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Zillah Intermediate School?
264 students attend Zillah Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Zillah Intermediate School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 7% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Zillah Intermediate School?
Zillah Intermediate School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Zillah Intermediate School offer ?
Zillah Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Zillah Intermediate School part of?
Zillah Intermediate School is part of Zillah School District.
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