Serving 398 students in grades 6-8, Medical Lake Middle School ranks in the top 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 50% (which is equal to the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher 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 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Medical Lake Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Medical Lake Middle School's student population of 398 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
398 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Medical Lake 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 Medical Lake Middle School is 0.42, 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
#851 out of 2052 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)50%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)64%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
11%
25%
Black
3%
5%
White
75%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Medical Lake Middle School's ranking?
Medical Lake Middle School is ranked #851 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Medical Lake Middle School often compared to?
Medical Lake Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cheney Middle School by visitors of our site.
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 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Medical Lake Middle School?
398 students attend Medical Lake Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Medical Lake Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Medical Lake Middle School?
Medical Lake Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Medical Lake Middle School offer ?
Medical Lake Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Medical Lake Middle School part of?
Medical Lake Middle School is part of Medical Lake School District.
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