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Omak Middle School

Middle School · Omak School District

619 W. Bartlett Ave., Omak, WA 98841

Enrollment

339

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

3.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#2,170 of 2,228

In Omak

#6 of 7

public schools

In district

#6 of 7

Omak School District

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Omak Middle School

3.3/10

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

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3.9/10

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About Omak Middle School

Omak Middle School is a public middle school in Omak, WA, part of Omak School District. Omak Middle School serves approximately 339 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Omak Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,170 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Omak Middle School show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.0
  • WA avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

42% of students at Omak 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 Progress3.0Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-2.57 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics1.9Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5.7% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency15.7% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-32.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-31.8 pts
Overall Proficiency11% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)28% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected-17.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile4th
Resources & Environment5.6Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,847
Chronic Absenteeism42.2%

Omak Middle School — Students at Omak Middle School score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

78.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 19.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
37.9% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 35.1% (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
32%
ELA
56%
2010
Math
34%
ELA
54%
2011
Math
33%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
25%
ELA
44%
2015
Math
28%
ELA
41%
2016
Math
23%
ELA
35%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
34%
2018
Math
15%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
15%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
6.8%
ELA
25%
2024
Math
5.9%
ELA
16.1%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.0/10.

How Omak Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.3/10
3th percentile in WA
Academic
1.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.6/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
78%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
42.2%

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

619 W. Bartlett Ave., Omak, WA 98841

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Omak Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Okanogan Middle School (rated 7.1/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Okanogan), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tonasket Middle School (rated 4.9/10, 20.6 miles away, in nearby Tonasket), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Washington Virtual Academy Omak Middle School (rated 4.8/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Omak, see our Omak schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 20.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Omak High School Omak 0.1 mi 3.9
OMAK ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Omak 0.2 mi
Washington Virtual Academy Omak Elementary Omak 0.2 mi 4.7
Washington Virtual Academy Omak High School Omak 0.2 mi 2.9
Washington Virtual Academy Omak Middle School Omak 0.2 mi 4.8
Okanogan Alternative High School Omak 0.2 mi
N Omak Elementary Omak 0.9 mi 5.4
E Omak Elementary Omak 0.9 mi 7.3
Okanogan Co Juvenile Detention Okanogan 3.8 mi
Okanogan Outreach Alternative School Okanogan 3.8 mi 5.0
Okanogan High School Okanogan 3.9 mi 6.9
Okanogan Middle School Okanogan 3.9 mi 7.1
Grainger Elementary Okanogan 4.5 mi 7.7
Paschal Sherman Indian School Omak 4.8 mi
Tonasket Middle School Tonasket 20.6 mi 4.9
Tonasket High School Tonasket 20.6 mi 5.2
Tonasket Outreach School Tonasket 20.6 mi 4.7
Tonasket Choice High School Tonasket 20.6 mi
Tonasket Elementary School Tonasket 20.7 mi 6.1
BREWSTER ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Brewster 20.7 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98841 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,500

Median Home Value

$288,400

Median Rent

$830/mo

Population

9,376

College Educated

19.2%

Homeownership

74.4%

Poverty Rate

20.9%

Median Age

42.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Goldendale Middle School Goldendale, WA 3.2
Granite Falls Middle School Granite Falls, WA 3.4
Kiona-Benton City Middle School Benton City, WA 3.6
Angelo Giaudrone Middle School Tacoma, WA 3.8
Kalama Middle School Kalama, WA 3.9
Castle Rock Middle School Castle Rock, WA 4.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Omak Middle School

What grades does Omak Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Omak Middle School?

Omak Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 339 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Omak Middle School is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Omak Middle School rank in WA?

Omak Middle School ranks #2,170 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Omak Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Omak Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 Omak Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Omak Middle School has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Omak Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Omak Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

78.2% of students at Omak 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
65 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
339
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
78.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Okanogan County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
42.2%

District

Omak School District
District Enrollment
5,786
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,847
District Rank
#6 of 7

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