Serving 914 students in grades 6-8, Cedar Heights 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 31% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 914 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cedar Heights Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Cedar Heights Middle School's student population of 914 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
914 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Sat. Aug 30, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
School Rankings
Cedar Heights 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 Cedar Heights Middle School is 0.73, which is more 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
#1278 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
9%
Hispanic
20%
26%
Black
10%
5%
White
45%
48%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Cedar Heights Middle School's ranking?
Cedar Heights Middle School is ranked #1278 out of 2,088 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Cedar Heights Middle School?
914 students attend Cedar Heights Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Cedar Heights Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cedar Heights Middle School?
Cedar Heights Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Cedar Heights Middle School offer ?
Cedar Heights Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cedar Heights Middle School part of?
Cedar Heights Middle School is part of Kent School District.
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