Serving 956 students in grades 6-8, Islander Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 956 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Islander Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Islander Middle School's student population of 956 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
956 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Islander Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Islander Middle School is 0.65, 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
#93 out of 2052 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)81%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)84%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
26%
9%
Hispanic
6%
25%
Black
1%
5%
White
52%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
14%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Islander Middle School's ranking?
Islander Middle School is ranked #93 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Islander Middle School?
956 students attend Islander Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Islander Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Islander Middle School?
Islander Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Islander Middle School offer ?
Islander Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Islander Middle School part of?
Islander Middle School is part of Mercer Island School District.
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