Denny International Middle School is a middle school in West Seattle, the southwest portion of Seattle, Washington. Operated by Seattle Public Schools. It is named for David T. Denny, one of Seattle’s early settlers and an early member of the Seattle School Board.
Serving 722 students in grades 6-8, David T. Denny International 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 34% (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 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 722 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: David T. Denny International Middle School serves the south part of Seattle, WA, covering an area of approximately 6.9 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
David T. Denny International Middle School's student population of 722 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
722 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1952
School Rankings
David T. Denny International 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 David T. Denny International Middle School is 0.80, 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
#1242 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
12%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
28%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
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
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
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)41.4%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue & White
School Mascot
Dolphin
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is David T. Denny International Middle School's ranking?
David T. Denny International Middle School is ranked #1242 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are David T. Denny International Middle School often compared to?
David T. Denny International Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madison Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% 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 David T. Denny International Middle School?
722 students attend David T. Denny International Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of David T. Denny International Middle School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of David T. Denny International Middle School?
David T. Denny International Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does David T. Denny International Middle School offer ?
David T. Denny International Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is David T. Denny International Middle School part of?
David T. Denny International Middle School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is David T. Denny International Middle School located?
David T. Denny International Middle School is located in the South Delridge neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in South Delridge.
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