Below Average
#1773 of 2,228 schools in WA
Mount Adams Middle School
Middle School · Mount Adams School District
P.O. Box 578, White Swan, WA 98952
Enrollment
141
Student-Teacher
20.1:1
Score
4.9
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
141
Student-Teacher
20.1:1
Score
4.9
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,773 of 2,228
In White Swan
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
Mount Adams School District
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About Mount Adams Middle School
Mount Adams Middle School is a public middle school in White Swan, WA, part of Mount Adams School District. Mount Adams Middle School serves approximately 141 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 20.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Adams Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,773 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Mount Adams Middle School show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- WA avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
At 141 students, Mount Adams Middle School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Mount Adams Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Mount Adams Middle School runs 20.1:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Mount Adams Middle School — Students at Mount Adams Middle School score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 15%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 29 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: 6.4/10.
How Mount Adams Middle School Compares
See how Mount Adams Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
P.O. Box 578, White Swan, WA 98952
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mount Adams Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Apple Valley Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 15.9 miles away, in nearby Yakima), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mountainview Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 14.5 miles away, in nearby Yakima), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ahtanum Valley Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 12.4 miles away, in nearby Yakima), which scores notably higher. For more schools in White Swan, see our White Swan schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| White Swan High School White Swan | 0.0 mi | 4.9 |
| HARRAH COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Harrah | 8.9 mi | 5.5 |
| West Valley Preschool Yakima | 12.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Ahtanum Valley Elementary Yakima | 12.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Harrah Elementary School Harrah | 9.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Mountainview Elementary Yakima | 14.5 mi | 8.7 |
| West Valley High School Yakima | 14.1 mi | 3.8 |
| West Valley Open Doors Yakima | 14.1 mi | — |
| West Valley Virtual University Yakima | 14.1 mi | — |
| WEST VALLEY VIRTUAL ACADEMY 9-12 Yakima | 14.3 mi | 4.8 |
| WEST VALLEY VIRTUAL ACADEMY 7-8 Yakima | 14.3 mi | — |
| WEST VALLEY VIRTUAL ACADEMY K-6 Yakima | 14.3 mi | — |
| West Valley Innovation Center Yakima | 14.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Cottonwood Elementary School Yakima | 15.0 mi | 8.6 |
| West Valley Mid-Level Campus Yakima | 14.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Wide Hollow Elementary Yakima | 15.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Apple Valley Elementary Yakima | 15.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Summitview Elementary Yakima | 16.4 mi | 6.5 |
| CHRIST THE TEACHER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Yakima | 16.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Whitney Elementary Yakima | 16.3 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98952 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,957
Median Home Value
$111,000
Median Rent
$585/mo
Population
1,735
College Educated
14.9%
Homeownership
64.8%
Poverty Rate
33.5%
Median Age
33.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Columbia Middle School Burbank, WA | 4.9 |
| Tacoma Online Middle School Tacoma, WA | 4.9 |
| North Beach Junior High School Ocean Shores, WA | 5.0 |
| Wellpinit Middle School Wellpinit, WA | 5.2 |
| 10th Street School Marysville, WA | 4.6 |
| La Conner Middle La Conner, WA | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mount Adams Middle School
What grades does Mount Adams Middle School serve?
Mount Adams Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Mount Adams Middle School?
Mount Adams Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 141 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Adams Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mount Adams Middle School is 20.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mount Adams Middle School rank in WA?
Mount Adams Middle School ranks #1,773 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Mount Adams Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mount Adams Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Mount Adams Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mount Adams Middle School has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mount Adams Middle School a charter school?
No, Mount Adams Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mount Adams Middle School a Title I school?
No, Mount Adams Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mount Adams Middle School?
100.0% of students at Mount Adams 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 141
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Yakima County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.1%
- Phone
- (509) 874-2324
Resources & Links
District
Mount Adams School District- District Enrollment
- 875
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,535
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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