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David T. Denny International Middle School

Middle School · Seattle School District No. 1

2601 SW Kenyon St, Seattle, WA 98126

Enrollment

713

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

6.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#1,103 of 2,228

In Seattle

#96 of 123

public schools

In district

#90 of 106

Seattle School District No. 1

School environment

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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David T. Denny International Middle School

6.4/10

Middle School in Seattle · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About David T. Denny International Middle School

David T. Denny International Middle School is a public middle school in Seattle, WA, part of Seattle School District No. 1. David T.

Denny International Middle School serves approximately 713 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. David T. Denny International Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,103 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for David T. Denny International Middle School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 7.6
  • WA avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

42% of students at David T. Denny International Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.3Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.56 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29.8% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.3% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-8.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.2 pts
Overall Proficiency34% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected-5.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,806
Chronic Absenteeism41.9%

David T. Denny International Middle School — Students at David T. Denny International Middle School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

59.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 48.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
37.9% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 51.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
49.0% (2024 SBA)

Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
53%
ELA
58%
2010
Math
60%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
61%
ELA
59%
2012
Math
64%
ELA
61%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
64%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
59%
2016
Math
56%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
50%
2018
Math
49%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
49%
ELA
50%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2024
Math
29.9%
ELA
38.5%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.3/10.

How David T. Denny International Middle School Compares

See how David T. Denny International Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
51th percentile in WA
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
60%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
49 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
41.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2601 SW Kenyon St, Seattle, WA 98126

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering David T. Denny International Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. West Seattle Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gatewood Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Arbor Heights Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Seattle, see our Seattle schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Chief Sealth International High School Seattle 0.0 mi 6.0
Roxhill Elementary School Seattle 0.5 mi 5.6
Sanislo Elementary School Seattle 0.7 mi 5.8
THE COMMUNITY OF WEST SEATTLE Seattle 0.9 mi
OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE SCHOOL Seattle 0.8 mi 7.3
Bridges Transition Seattle 0.9 mi 3.4
West Seattle Elementary School Seattle 0.9 mi 9.4
EXPLORER WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL Seattle 1.2 mi 7.4
Highland Park Elementary School Seattle 0.9 mi 7.8
Summit Public School: Atlas Seattle 1.1 mi 4.5
Louisa Boren STEM K-8 Seattle 1.3 mi 5.0
THE BRIDGE SCHOOL Seattle 1.3 mi 5.2
TAPROOT SCHOOL Seattle 1.2 mi
Arbor Heights Elementary School Seattle 1.5 mi 8.6
Gatewood Elementary School Seattle 1.3 mi 8.9
Fairmount Park Elementary School Seattle 1.7 mi 7.4
White Center Heights Elementary Seattle 1.5 mi 6.7
Mount View Elementary Seattle 1.8 mi 4.8
ONE SCHOOL GLOBAL NORTH AMERICA SEATTLE CAMPUS Seattle 1.4 mi
WEST SEATTLE MONTESSORI Seattle 2.0 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98126 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$114,030

Median Home Value

$751,900

Median Rent

$1,708/mo

Population

22,433

College Educated

59.8%

Homeownership

60.4%

Avg Commute

29.6 min

Poverty Rate

9.2%

Median Age

38.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about David T. Denny International Middle School

What grades does David T. Denny International Middle School serve?

David T. Denny International Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend David T. Denny International Middle School?

David T. Denny International Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 713 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at David T. Denny International Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at David T. Denny International Middle School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does David T. Denny International Middle School rank in WA?

David T. Denny International Middle School ranks #1,103 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is David T. Denny International Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

David T. Denny International Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at David T. Denny International Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, David T. Denny International Middle School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is David T. Denny International Middle School a charter school?

No, David T. Denny International Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is David T. Denny International Middle School a Title I school?

No, David T. Denny International Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for David T. Denny International Middle School?

59.7% of students at David T. Denny International Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
39 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
57 Good Transit
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
713
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
49
Free/Reduced Lunch
59.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
King County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
41.9%

District

Seattle School District No. 1
District Enrollment
50,770
Schools in District
109
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,806
District Rank
#90 of 106

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