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Foothills Middle School

Middle School · Wenatchee School District

1410 MAPLE ST, Wenatchee, WA 98801

Enrollment

572

Student-Teacher

16.3:1

Score

6.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#1,016 of 2,228

In Wenatchee

#7 of 17

public schools

In district

#6 of 16

Wenatchee School District

Academic growth

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Foothills Middle School

6.6/10

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

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5.2/10

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4.6/10

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About Foothills Middle School

Foothills Middle School is a public middle school in Wenatchee, WA, part of Wenatchee School District. Foothills Middle School serves approximately 572 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Foothills Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,016 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Foothills Middle School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • WA avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

39% of students at Foothills 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 Progress7.1Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.27 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33.4% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47.3% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-5.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-0.2 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected-0.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
Resources & Environment6.2Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,994
Chronic Absenteeism38.8%

Foothills Middle School — Students at Foothills Middle School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 44.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
37.9% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 59.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
49.0% (2024 SBA)

Based on 32 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
70%
2010
Math
56%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
60%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
56%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
59%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
65%
2018
Math
51%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
51%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
38.6%
ELA
52%
2024
Math
33.4%
ELA
47.3%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.1/10.

How Foothills Middle School Compares

See how Foothills Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
54th percentile in WA
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
6.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
38.8%

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

1410 MAPLE ST, Wenatchee, WA 98801

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Foothills Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Pioneer Middle School (rated 6.3/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Orchard Middle School (rated 5.6/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Wenatchee, see our Wenatchee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Lewis And Clark Elementary Sch Wenatchee 0.4 mi 5.2
Westside High School Wenatchee 0.7 mi 4.6
Valley Online Academy Wenatchee 0.7 mi 1.5
Valley Academy of Learning K-8 Wenatchee 0.7 mi 3.8
John Newbery Elementary Wenatchee 0.9 mi 7.3
CASCADE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wenatchee 1.0 mi 7.2
Orchard Middle School Wenatchee 1.2 mi 5.6
Washington Elementary School Wenatchee 1.4 mi 7.3
Special Education School Wenatchee 1.5 mi 6.5
Wenatchee Valley Technical Skills Center Wenatchee 1.6 mi
Skill Source Wenatchee 1.4 mi
Open Doors Re-Engagement Wenatchee 1.4 mi 6.6
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL-WENATCHEE Wenatchee 1.8 mi 7.0
ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wenatchee 1.6 mi 6.3
CHILDRENS GATE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Wenatchee 1.9 mi
Columbia Elementary School Wenatchee 1.8 mi 6.3
Chelan County Juvenile Detention Center Wenatchee 1.7 mi
Sunnyslope Elementary School Wenatchee 2.1 mi 8.6
Pioneer Middle School Wenatchee 2.2 mi 6.3
Wenatchee High School Wenatchee 2.3 mi 3.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,768

Median Home Value

$429,700

Median Rent

$1,200/mo

Population

44,422

College Educated

30.5%

Homeownership

57.3%

Avg Commute

17.1 min

Poverty Rate

10.8%

Median Age

37.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Foothills Middle School

What grades does Foothills Middle School serve?

Foothills Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Foothills Middle School?

Foothills Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 572 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Foothills Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Foothills Middle School is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Foothills Middle School rank in WA?

Foothills Middle School ranks #1,016 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Foothills Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Foothills Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Foothills Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Foothills Middle School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Foothills Middle School a charter school?

No, Foothills Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Foothills Middle School a Title I school?

No, Foothills Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Foothills Middle School?

57.2% of students at Foothills 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
42 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
44 Some Transit
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
572
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Chelan County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
38.8%

District

Wenatchee School District
District Enrollment
7,089
Schools in District
19
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,994
District Rank
#6 of 16

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