Serving 300 students in grades 6-8, Zillah Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Zillah Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Zillah Middle School's student population of 300 students has grown by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
300 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Zillah 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 Zillah Middle School is 0.57, 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
#1148 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)47%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)54%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
53%
25%
Black
n/a
5%
White
39%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
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 Zillah Middle School's ranking?
Zillah Middle School is ranked #1148 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Zillah Middle School?
300 students attend Zillah Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Zillah Middle School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Zillah Middle School?
Zillah Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Zillah Middle School offer ?
Zillah Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Zillah Middle School part of?
Zillah Middle School is part of Zillah School District.
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