Serving 252 students in grades 5-8, Goldendale Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Goldendale Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Goldendale Middle School's student population of 252 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
252 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Goldendale Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Goldendale Middle School is 0.49, which is less 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
#1711 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)32%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)46%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
7%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
17%
25%
Black
n/a
5%
White
69%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Goldendale Middle School's ranking?
Goldendale Middle School is ranked #1711 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Goldendale Middle School?
252 students attend Goldendale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Goldendale Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are American Indian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Goldendale Middle School?
Goldendale Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Goldendale Middle School offer ?
Goldendale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Goldendale Middle School part of?
Goldendale Middle School is part of Goldendale School District.
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