Serving 914 students in grades 6-8, Pacific 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 46% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is lower 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 40% 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: 914 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pacific Middle School's student population of 914 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
914 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pacific 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 Pacific Middle School is 0.60, 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
#1306 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)46%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)53%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
9%
Hispanic
19%
25%
Black
3%
5%
White
60%
50%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Pacific Middle School's ranking?
Pacific Middle School is ranked #1306 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Pacific Middle School often compared to?
Pacific Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hockinson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Pacific Middle School?
914 students attend Pacific Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Pacific Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pacific Middle School?
Pacific Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Pacific Middle School offer ?
Pacific Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Pacific Middle School part of?
Pacific Middle School is part of Evergreen School District (Clark).
School Reviews
4 4/14/2018
This school is great. Ilove the teachers and their connections with us.
5 9/22/2006
There are a great amount of academic programs. There are a lot of extracurricular activities. There is lots of parent involvement. One of the best middle schools ever.
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