Needs Improvement
#2063 of 2,228 schools in WA
Ellen Ochoa Middle School
Middle School · Pasco School District
1801 E SHEPPARD ST, Pasco, WA 99301
Enrollment
859
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
3.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
859
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
3.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#2,063 of 2,228
In Pasco
#24 of 28
public schools
In district
#24 of 28
Pasco School District
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Ellen Ochoa Middle School
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About Ellen Ochoa Middle School
Ellen Ochoa Middle School is a public middle school in Pasco, WA, part of Pasco School District. Ellen Ochoa Middle School serves approximately 859 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Ellen Ochoa Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,063 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Ellen Ochoa Middle School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.0
- WA avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at Ellen Ochoa 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
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Ellen Ochoa Middle School — Students at Ellen Ochoa Middle School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.3/10.
How Ellen Ochoa Middle School Compares
See how Ellen Ochoa Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1801 E SHEPPARD ST, Pasco, WA 99301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ellen Ochoa Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Virgie Robinson Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOSEPH'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Kennewick), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Captain Gray STEM Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pasco, see our Pasco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Whittier Elementary Pasco | 0.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Marie Curie STEM Elementary Pasco | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Virgie Robinson Elementary Pasco | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Pasco Early Learning Center Pasco | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Captain Gray STEM Elementary Pasco | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Pasco Senior High School Pasco | 1.5 mi | 3.2 |
| Longfellow Elementary Pasco | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Pasco Early Childhood Pasco | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Pasco Innovative Experiences and e-Learning Pasco | 1.9 mi | 2.9 |
| ST PATRICK'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Pasco | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Emerson Elementary Pasco | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Robert Frost Elementary Pasco | 2.2 mi | 4.4 |
| New Horizons High School Pasco | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Stevens Middle School Pasco | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Rowena Chess Elementary Pasco | 2.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Eastgate Elementary School Kennewick | 3.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Kennewick High School Kennewick | 3.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Amistad Elementary School Kennewick | 3.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Mark Twain Elementary Pasco | 3.3 mi | 5.3 |
| ST JOSEPH'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Kennewick | 3.9 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 99301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,517
Median Home Value
$353,300
Median Rent
$1,195/mo
Population
86,467
College Educated
21.5%
Homeownership
69.9%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Median Age
30.5
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| Sacajawea Middle School Federal Way, WA | 3.9 |
| Salish Middle School Lacey, WA | 3.9 |
| Haller Middle School Arlington, WA | 3.8 |
| Morris Ford Middle School Tacoma, WA | 3.8 |
| Mount Baker Middle School Mount Vernon, WA | 4.0 |
| Perry G Keithley Middle School Tacoma, WA | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ellen Ochoa Middle School
What grades does Ellen Ochoa Middle School serve?
Ellen Ochoa Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Ellen Ochoa Middle School?
Ellen Ochoa Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 859 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ellen Ochoa Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ellen Ochoa Middle School is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ellen Ochoa Middle School rank in WA?
Ellen Ochoa Middle School ranks #2,063 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Ellen Ochoa Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ellen Ochoa Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Ellen Ochoa Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ellen Ochoa Middle School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ellen Ochoa Middle School a charter school?
No, Ellen Ochoa Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ellen Ochoa Middle School a Title I school?
No, Ellen Ochoa Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ellen Ochoa Middle School?
95.0% of students at Ellen Ochoa 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 859
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Franklin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.1%
- Phone
- (509) 543-6742
Resources & Links
District
Pasco School District- District Enrollment
- 18,840
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,151
- District Rank
- #24 of 28
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