Below Average
#1776 of 2,228 schools in WA
Orting Middle School
Middle School · Orting School District
111 Whitehawk Blvd NW, Orting, WA 98360
Enrollment
624
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
624
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,776 of 2,228
In Orting
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
Orting School District
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About Orting Middle School
Orting Middle School is a public middle school in Orting, WA, part of Orting School District. Orting Middle School serves approximately 624 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Orting Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,776 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Orting Middle School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- WA avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Orting 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.
39% of students at Orting 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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Orting Middle School — Students at Orting Middle School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
36.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 32 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 Orting Middle School Compares
See how Orting 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
111 Whitehawk Blvd NW, Orting, WA 98360
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Orting Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Mountain View Middle School (rated 6.8/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Bonney Lake), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ferrucci Jr High (rated 5.7/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Puyallup), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Glacier View Junior High (rated 4.5/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Puyallup), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Orting, see our Orting schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ptarmigan Ridge Elementary School Orting | 0.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Orting High School Orting | 0.4 mi | 3.6 |
| Orting Elementary School Orting | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Orting Special Education Orting | 0.5 mi | — |
| Tehaleh Heights Elementary School Bonney Lake | 2.0 mi | 9.3 |
| G W Edgerton Elementary Puyallup | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Glacier View Junior High Puyallup | 2.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Warren Hunt Elem Puyallup | 2.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Emerald Ridge High School Puyallup | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Donald Eismann Elementary Bonney Lake | 2.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Pope Elementary Puyallup | 2.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Ridgecrest Elementary Puyallup | 3.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Victor Falls Elementary Bonney Lake | 4.0 mi | 7.6 |
| CASCADE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL - MCALDER ELEMENTARY Puyallup | 4.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Sunrise Elementary Puyallup | 4.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Bonney Lake High School Bonney Lake | 4.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Mountain View Middle School Bonney Lake | 4.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Ferrucci Jr High Puyallup | 4.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Liberty Ridge Elementary Sumner | 4.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Firgrove Elementary Puyallup | 4.0 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98360 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$114,801
Median Home Value
$466,200
Median Rent
$2,293/mo
Population
14,986
College Educated
22.3%
Homeownership
86.7%
Avg Commute
41.2 min
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Median Age
36.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Kingston Middle School Kingston, WA | 4.9 |
| Lochburn Middle School Lakewood, WA | 4.9 |
| Ballou Jr High Puyallup, WA | 5.0 |
| Chinook Middle School Seatac, WA | 5.0 |
| Eatonville Middle School Eatonville, WA | 5.0 |
| Highlands Middle School Kennewick, WA | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Orting Middle School
What grades does Orting Middle School serve?
Orting Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Orting Middle School?
Orting Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 624 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Orting Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Orting Middle School is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Orting Middle School rank in WA?
Orting Middle School ranks #1,776 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Orting Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Orting 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 Orting Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Orting Middle School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Orting Middle School a charter school?
No, Orting Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Orting Middle School a Title I school?
No, Orting Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Orting Middle School?
36.7% of students at Orting 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 624
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 36.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pierce County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.8%
- Phone
- (360) 893-3565
Resources & Links
District
Orting School District- District Enrollment
- 2,814
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,034
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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