Serving 1,024 students in grades 6-8, Eckstein Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher 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 44% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,024 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Eckstein Middle School serves the northeast part of Seattle, WA, covering an area of approximately 9.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 1.6 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 2.7 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eckstein Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Eckstein Middle School's student population of 1,024 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,024 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1950
School Rankings
Eckstein Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eckstein Middle School is 0.64, which is less 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
#172 out of 2088 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
11%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
56%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
17%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.2%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Eckstein Middle School's ranking?
Eckstein Middle School is ranked #172 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Eckstein Middle School often compared to?
Eckstein Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jane Addams Middle School, Hamilton International Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Eckstein Middle School?
1,024 students attend Eckstein Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Eckstein Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eckstein Middle School?
Eckstein Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Eckstein Middle School offer ?
Eckstein Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eckstein Middle School part of?
Eckstein Middle School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Eckstein Middle School located?
Eckstein Middle School is located in the Northeast Seattle neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 9 other public schools located in Northeast Seattle.
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