Serving 660 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 38% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 660 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pacific Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pacific Middle School's student population of 660 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
660 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 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 0.77, 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
#1300 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)38%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
9%
Hispanic
39%
25%
Black
17%
5%
White
16%
50%
Hawaiian
6%
1%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #1300 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 Sylvester Middle School, Chinook Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Pacific Middle School?
660 students attend Pacific Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Pacific Middle School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pacific Middle School?
Pacific Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, 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 Highline School District.
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