Serving 1,053 students in grades 6-8, Eckstein Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher 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 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,053 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eckstein 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
Eckstein Middle School's student population of 1,053 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,053 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eckstein Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eckstein Middle School is 0.59, 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
#139 out of 2052 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)74%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)82%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
9%
Hispanic
8%
25%
Black
5%
5%
White
61%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
16%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Eckstein Middle School's ranking?
Eckstein Middle School is ranked #139 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Eckstein Middle School often compared to?
Eckstein Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jane Addams Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Eckstein Middle School?
1,053 students attend Eckstein Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Eckstein Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eckstein Middle School?
Eckstein Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Eckstein Middle School offer ?
Eckstein Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Eckstein Middle School part of?
Eckstein Middle School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
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