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Washington Middle School
Middle School · Yakima School District
510 S 9th St, Yakima, WA 98901
Enrollment
738
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
6.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
738
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
6.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,212 of 2,228
In Yakima
#26 of 40
public schools
In district
#16 of 25
Yakima School District
Academic growth
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Washington Middle School
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About Washington Middle School
Washington Middle School is a public middle school in Yakima, WA, part of Yakima School District. Washington Middle School serves approximately 738 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Washington Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,212 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Washington Middle School show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- WA avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Washington 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.
44% of students at Washington 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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Washington Middle School — Students at Washington Middle School score 17% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.4/10.
How Washington Middle School Compares
See how Washington 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
510 S 9th St, Yakima, WA 98901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Washington Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Roosevelt Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Barge-Lincoln Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ridgeview Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Yakima, see our Yakima schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Adams Elementary School Yakima | 0.2 mi | 5.8 |
| ST JOSEPH MARQUETTE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Yakima | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Yakima Satellite Alternative Programs Yakima | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Yakima Open Doors Yakima | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Yakima Online Yakima | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| ESD 105 Open Doors Yakima | 0.9 mi | — |
| NACHES VALLEY ESD 105 OPEN DOORS Yakima | 0.9 mi | — |
| Barge-Lincoln Elementary School Yakima | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Davis High School Yakima | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Hoover Elementary School Yakima | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| ST JOHN OF KRONSTADT ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Yakima | 1.4 mi | — |
| Martin Luther King Jr Elementary Yakima | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Yakima | 1.6 mi | — |
| Garfield Elementary School Yakima | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Ridgeview Elementary Yakima | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Mckinley Elementary School Yakima | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Stanton Academy Yakima | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Lewis & Clark Middle School Yakima | 2.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School Yakima | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Ridgeview Group Home Yakima | 2.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,429
Median Home Value
$268,100
Median Rent
$996/mo
Population
32,080
College Educated
16.7%
Homeownership
50.3%
Avg Commute
19.5 min
Poverty Rate
21.5%
Median Age
31.5
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alki Middle School Vancouver, WA | 6.2 |
| Anacortes Middle School Anacortes, WA | 6.2 |
| Kenmore Middle School Kenmore, WA | 6.2 |
| Mountainside Middle School Colbert, WA | 6.2 |
| Northwood Middle School Renton, WA | 6.2 |
| Sequim Middle School Sequim, WA | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Washington Middle School
What grades does Washington Middle School serve?
Washington Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Washington Middle School?
Washington Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 738 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Washington Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Washington Middle School is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Washington Middle School rank in WA?
Washington Middle School ranks #1,212 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Washington Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Washington 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 Washington Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Washington Middle School has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Washington Middle School a charter school?
No, Washington Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Washington Middle School a Title I school?
No, Washington Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Washington Middle School?
96.9% of students at Washington 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 738
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Yakima County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.4%
- Phone
- (509) 573-2300
Resources & Links
District
Yakima School District- District Enrollment
- 15,545
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,941
- District Rank
- #16 of 25
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