Serving 808 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 808 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carmichael Middle School's student population of 808 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
808 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 9, 2026
School Rankings
Carmichael 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 Carmichael Middle School is 0.57, 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
#1206 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
28%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
59%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Carmichael Middle School's ranking?
Carmichael Middle School is ranked #1206 out of 2,088 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Carmichael Middle School?
808 students attend Carmichael Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Carmichael Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carmichael Middle School part of?
Carmichael Middle School is part of Richland School District.
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