Serving 765 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 20% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). 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 22:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 765 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cedarcrest Middle School serves the northern part of Spanaway, WA, encompassing an area of approximately 7.8 square miles. Families typically experience a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cedarcrest Middle School's student population of 765 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
765 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cedarcrest 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 Cedarcrest Middle School is 0.81, 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
#1784 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
25%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
8%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
22%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cedarcrest Middle School's ranking?
Cedarcrest Middle School is ranked #1784 out of 2,088 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?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
765 students attend Cedarcrest Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
25% of Cedarcrest Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cedarcrest Middle School?
Cedarcrest Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
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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