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#1355 of 2,228 schools in WA
Huntington Middle School
Middle School · Kelso School District
500 Redpath, Kelso, WA 98626
Enrollment
567
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
567
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,355 of 2,228
In Kelso
#6 of 9
public schools
In district
#7 of 11
Kelso School District
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Huntington Middle School
Middle School in Kelso · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Huntington Middle School
Huntington Middle School is a public middle school in Kelso, WA, part of Kelso School District. Huntington Middle School serves approximately 567 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Huntington Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,355 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Huntington Middle School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- WA avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at Huntington 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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Huntington Middle School — Students at Huntington Middle School score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.8%
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: 6.8/10.
How Huntington Middle School Compares
See how Huntington 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
500 Redpath, Kelso, WA 98626
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Huntington Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Cascade Middle School (rated 5.4/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Longview), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Coweeman Middle School (rated 4.6/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Kelso, see our Kelso schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Barnes Elementary Kelso | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Special Education Kelso | 0.5 mi | — |
| Butler Acres Elementary Kelso | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Rose Valley Elementary Kelso | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Kelso Goal Oriented Learning Design Kelso | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Kelso High School Kelso | 1.0 mi | 3.6 |
| Loowit High School Kelso | 0.9 mi | — |
| Coweeman Middle School Kelso | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Cowlitz County Youth Services Center Longview | 1.2 mi | — |
| Wallace Elementary Kelso | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Broadway Learning Center Longview | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Mark Morris High School Longview | 1.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Kelso Virtual Academy Longview | 2.1 mi | 3.4 |
| Columbia Heights Elementary Longview | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Lexington Elementary Kelso | 2.4 mi | 9.0 |
| Cascade Middle School Longview | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Northlake Elementary School Longview | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| JOURNEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kelso | 2.8 mi | 6.0 |
| BIG LEAF MONTESSORI SCHOOL Longview | 2.2 mi | — |
| THREE RIVERS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Longview | 2.2 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98626 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,058
Median Home Value
$339,800
Median Rent
$1,169/mo
Population
26,948
College Educated
14.9%
Homeownership
68.1%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
12.6%
Median Age
40.4
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|---|---|
| Aylen Jr High Puyallup, WA | 5.8 |
| Denny Yasuhara Middle School Spokane, WA | 5.8 |
| First Creek Middle School Tacoma, WA | 5.8 |
| Pleasant Valley Middle Battle Ground, WA | 5.8 |
| Ridgetop Middle School Silverdale, WA | 5.8 |
| Centennial Middle School Snohomish, WA | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Huntington Middle School
What grades does Huntington Middle School serve?
Huntington Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Huntington Middle School?
Huntington Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 567 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Huntington Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Huntington Middle School is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Huntington Middle School rank in WA?
Huntington Middle School ranks #1,355 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Huntington Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Huntington Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Huntington Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Huntington Middle School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Huntington Middle School a charter school?
No, Huntington Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Huntington Middle School a Title I school?
No, Huntington Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Huntington Middle School?
72.8% of students at Huntington 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
- 567
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cowlitz County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.4%
- Phone
- (360) 501-1700
Resources & Links
District
Kelso School District- District Enrollment
- 4,949
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,984
- District Rank
- #7 of 11
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