Serving 866 students in grades 6-8, Toppenish 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 24% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (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 99% 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: 866 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Toppenish Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Toppenish Middle School's student population of 866 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
866 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Toppenish 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 Toppenish Middle School is 0.23, 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
#1970 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)24%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)27%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
11%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
87%
25%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Toppenish Middle School's ranking?
Toppenish Middle School is ranked #1970 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?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Toppenish Middle School?
866 students attend Toppenish Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Toppenish Middle School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Toppenish Middle School?
Toppenish Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Toppenish Middle School offer ?
Toppenish Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Toppenish Middle School part of?
Toppenish Middle School is part of Toppenish School District.
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