Serving 706 students in grades 6-8, Cedarcrest 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 21% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (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 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 706 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cedarcrest Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Cedarcrest Middle School's student population of 706 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
706 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Cedarcrest Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cedarcrest Middle School is 0.82, 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
#1757 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
9%
Hispanic
22%
26%
Black
15%
5%
White
26%
48%
Hawaiian
9%
2%
Two or more races
19%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Cedarcrest Middle School's ranking?
Cedarcrest Middle School is ranked #1757 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Cedarcrest Middle School often compared to?
Cedarcrest Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like General William H. Harrison Preparatory School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Cedarcrest Middle School?
706 students attend Cedarcrest Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
26% of Cedarcrest Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hawaiian, 8% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cedarcrest Middle School?
Cedarcrest Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Cedarcrest Middle School offer ?
Cedarcrest Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cedarcrest Middle School part of?
Cedarcrest Middle School is part of Bethel School District.
School Reviews
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