Serving 823 students in grades 6-8, Carmichael Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 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: 823 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carmichael Middle School's student population of 823 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
823 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carmichael 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 Carmichael Middle School is 0.56, 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
#1541 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)39%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)49%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
29%
25%
Black
1%
5%
White
60%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carmichael Middle School's ranking?
Carmichael Middle School is ranked #1541 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Carmichael Middle School often compared to?
Carmichael Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chief Joseph Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Carmichael Middle School?
823 students attend Carmichael Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Carmichael Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carmichael Middle School?
Carmichael Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Carmichael Middle School offer ?
Carmichael Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Carmichael Middle School part of?
Carmichael Middle School is part of Richland School District.
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