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Sequim Middle School

Middle School · Sequim School District

301 W. Hendrickson Rd., Sequim, WA 98382

Enrollment

571

Student-Teacher

22.8:1

Score

6.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#1,196 of 2,228

In Sequim

#4 of 6

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

Sequim School District

Academic growth

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Sequim Middle School

6.2/10

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

Helen Haller Elementary School

8.0/10

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5.5/10

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About Sequim Middle School

Sequim Middle School is a public middle school in Sequim, WA, part of Sequim School District. Sequim Middle School serves approximately 571 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 22.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Sequim Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,196 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Sequim Middle School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with WA schools
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • WA avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

Sequim Middle School runs 22.8:1 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.

30% of students at Sequim 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 Progress7.7Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.1% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.2% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg+0.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.7 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected-0.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment3.4Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio22.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,501
Chronic Absenteeism30.3%

Sequim Middle School — Students at Sequim Middle School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

52.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 46.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
37.9% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 59.8% (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

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
48%
ELA
64%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
55%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
53%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
51%
ELA
59%
2015
Math
48%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
48%
ELA
64%
2017
Math
49%
ELA
63%
2018
Math
49%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
49%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
33.5%
ELA
49%
2024
Math
39.1%
ELA
48.2%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.7/10.

How Sequim Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.2/10
46th percentile in WA
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
52%
Teaching Staff
23:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.3%

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

301 W. Hendrickson Rd., Sequim, WA 98382

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sequim Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Greywolf Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Helen Haller Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Salish Coast Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 14.7 miles away, in nearby Port Townsend), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sequim, see our Sequim schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Helen Haller Elementary School Sequim 0.2 mi 8.0
Sequim Senior High Sequim 0.2 mi 5.5
Olympic Peninsula Academy Sequim 0.3 mi 7.6
Dungeness Virtual School Sequim 0.3 mi 2.0
PENINSULA ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sequim 1.2 mi
Greywolf Elementary School Sequim 3.1 mi 9.2
FIVE ACRE SCHOOL Sequim 4.9 mi 5.2
OLYMPIC CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Port Angeles 9.0 mi 4.5
Roosevelt Elementary School Port Angeles 13.1 mi 6.1
Salish Coast Elementary Port Townsend 14.7 mi 8.0
Franklin Elementary Port Angeles 14.6 mi 6.7
CEDARBROOK ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN Port Hadlock 15.0 mi
Special Education Port Angeles 15.2 mi
SWAN SCHOOL Port Townsend 15.2 mi 5.7
SUNFIELD WALDORF SCHOOL Port Hadlock 15.4 mi 6.2
Blue Heron Middle School Port Townsend 15.4 mi 5.6
OCEAN Port Townsend 15.4 mi 4.7
Jefferson Elementary Port Angeles 15.4 mi 6.3
Port Angeles High School Port Angeles 15.4 mi 5.0
QUEEN OF ANGELS SCHOOL Port Angeles 15.5 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98382 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,471

Median Home Value

$463,800

Median Rent

$1,210/mo

Population

31,225

College Educated

34.9%

Homeownership

80.1%

Avg Commute

20.9 min

Poverty Rate

9.4%

Median Age

60.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sequim Middle School

What grades does Sequim Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Sequim Middle School?

Sequim Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 571 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Sequim Middle School is 22.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sequim Middle School rank in WA?

Sequim Middle School ranks #1,196 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Sequim Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sequim Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Sequim Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sequim Middle School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Sequim Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Sequim Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

52.4% of students at Sequim 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
Bike Score
61 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
571
Student-Teacher Ratio
22.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
52.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Clallam County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.3%

District

Sequim School District
District Enrollment
2,613
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,501
District Rank
#4 of 6

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