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Stevens Middle School

Middle School · Pasco School District

1120 N 22ND AVENUE, Pasco, WA 99301

Enrollment

938

Student-Teacher

17.7:1

Score

5.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#1,640 of 2,228

In Pasco

#19 of 28

public schools

In district

#19 of 28

Pasco School District

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Stevens Middle School

5.2/10

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

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4.8/10

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About Stevens Middle School

Stevens Middle School is a public middle school in Pasco, WA, part of Pasco School District. Stevens Middle School serves approximately 938 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Stevens Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,640 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Stevens Middle School show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.0
  • WA avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Stevens 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 Stevens 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 Progress6.4Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.52 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics3.8Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11.6% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency20.6% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-27 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-26.9 pts
Overall Proficiency16% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)18% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected-1.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile19th
Resources & Environment5.2Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,151
Chronic Absenteeism38.7%

Stevens Middle School — Students at Stevens Middle School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

94.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 20.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
37.9% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 29.5% (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
17%
ELA
40%
2010
Math
28%
ELA
40%
2011
Math
38%
ELA
48%
2012
Math
38%
ELA
45%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
25%
2015
Math
30%
ELA
30%
2016
Math
18%
ELA
28%
2017
Math
20%
ELA
29%
2018
Math
20%
ELA
30%
2019
Math
20%
ELA
30%
2022
Math
10%
ELA
16%
2024
Math
11.5%
ELA
20.4%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.4/10.

How Stevens Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.2/10
26th percentile in WA
Academic
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
5.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
95%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
53 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
38.7%

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

1120 N 22ND AVENUE, Pasco, WA 99301

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Stevens Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. RIVERVIEW BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS (rated 7.8/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOSEPH'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Kennewick), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Captain Gray STEM Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pasco, see our Pasco schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Rowena Chess Elementary Pasco 0.2 mi 4.8
Robert Frost Elementary Pasco 0.6 mi 4.4
Emerson Elementary Pasco 0.5 mi 5.6
ST PATRICK'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Pasco 0.6 mi 5.9
New Horizons High School Pasco 1.1 mi 6.4
Pasco Senior High School Pasco 0.8 mi 3.2
Captain Gray STEM Elementary Pasco 0.8 mi 7.1
Longfellow Elementary Pasco 1.1 mi 5.3
Pasco Early Childhood Pasco 1.1 mi 5.7
Pasco Innovative Experiences and e-Learning Pasco 1.1 mi 2.9
Pasco Early Learning Center Pasco 1.0 mi 4.5
Ugrad ESD123 Re-Engagement Program Pasco 1.1 mi
Mark Twain Elementary Pasco 1.1 mi 5.3
TRI-CITY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Pasco 1.2 mi 5.9
Amistad Elementary School Kennewick 2.2 mi 4.0
Kennewick High School Kennewick 2.3 mi 6.5
ST JOSEPH'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Kennewick 2.4 mi 7.2
James McGee Elementary Pasco 2.3 mi 5.4
RIVERVIEW BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Pasco 1.8 mi 7.8
Phoenix High School Kennewick 2.5 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 99301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,517

Median Home Value

$353,300

Median Rent

$1,195/mo

Population

86,467

College Educated

21.5%

Homeownership

69.9%

Avg Commute

22.3 min

Poverty Rate

13.1%

Median Age

30.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stevens Middle School

What grades does Stevens Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Stevens Middle School?

Stevens Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 938 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Stevens Middle School is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Stevens Middle School rank in WA?

Stevens Middle School ranks #1,640 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Stevens Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Stevens Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Stevens Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Stevens Middle School has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Stevens Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Stevens Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

94.5% of students at Stevens 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
78 Very Walkable
Transit Score
49 Some Transit
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
938
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
53
Free/Reduced Lunch
94.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
38.7%

District

Pasco School District
District Enrollment
18,840
Schools in District
29
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,151
District Rank
#19 of 28

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