Serving 361 students in grades 6-8, Bowdish 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 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bowdish Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
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Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Bowdish Middle School's student population of 361 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
361 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bowdish Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bowdish Middle School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1644 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
4%
26%
Black
6%
5%
White
78%
48%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bowdish Middle School's ranking?
Bowdish Middle School is ranked #1644 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Bowdish Middle School often compared to?
Bowdish Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centennial Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Bowdish Middle School?
361 students attend Bowdish Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Bowdish Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bowdish Middle School?
Bowdish Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Bowdish Middle School offer ?
Bowdish Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bowdish Middle School part of?
Bowdish Middle School is part of Central Valley School District.
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