Serving 812 students in grades 7-9, Ferrucci Jr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 812 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ferrucci Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Ferrucci Jr High School's student population of 812 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
812 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ferrucci Jr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ferrucci Jr High School is 0.68, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#937 out of 2052 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)49%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)62%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
21%
25%
Black
6%
5%
White
51%
50%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(10-11)<50%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ferrucci Jr High School's ranking?
Ferrucci Jr High School is ranked #937 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ferrucci Jr High School?
The graduation rate of Ferrucci Jr High School is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 77%.
How many students attend Ferrucci Jr High School?
812 students attend Ferrucci Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Ferrucci Jr High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ferrucci Jr High School?
Ferrucci Jr High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ferrucci Jr High School offer ?
Ferrucci Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ferrucci Jr High School part of?
Ferrucci Jr High School is part of Puyallup School District.
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