Serving 525 students in grades 6-8, Discovery 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 10% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% 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: 525 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Discovery Middle School serves the west part of Vancouver, WA, covering an area of approximately 27.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 8.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Discovery Middle School's student population of 525 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
525 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
School Rankings
Discovery 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 Discovery Middle School is 0.69, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2043 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Asian
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Hispanic
36%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Black
3%
5%
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White
42%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Hawaiian
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Two or more races
11%
9%
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All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)61.1%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Discovery Middle School's ranking?
Discovery Middle School is ranked #2043 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Discovery Middle School often compared to?
Discovery Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas Jefferson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Discovery Middle School?
525 students attend Discovery Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Discovery Middle School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Discovery Middle School?
Discovery Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Discovery Middle School offer ?
Discovery Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Discovery Middle School part of?
Discovery Middle School is part of Vancouver School District.
In what neighborhood is Discovery Middle School located?
Discovery Middle School is located in the Lincoln neighborhood of Vancouver, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in Lincoln.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
It's a great school people exaggerate it. The teachers are amazing and most kids are open-minded and nice. I haven't seen ANY bullies. Some kids give rude looks at you but every school has that. They don't care about your differences they just try to help you succeed.
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