Serving 738 students in grades 6-8, Salish Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is equal to the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 738 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salish Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Salish Middle School's student population of 738 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
738 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Salish Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salish Middle School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#881 out of 2052 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)50%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)63%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
9%
Hispanic
23%
25%
Black
5%
5%
White
42%
50%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
18%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salish Middle School's ranking?
Salish Middle School is ranked #881 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Salish Middle School?
738 students attend Salish Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Salish Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Salish Middle School?
Salish Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Salish Middle School offer ?
Salish Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Salish Middle School part of?
Salish Middle School is part of North Thurston Public Schools School District.
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