Serving 204 students in grades 6-8, Finley 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 11% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% 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: 204 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Finley Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Kennewick, WA, covering approximately 106.6 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 17.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Finley Middle School's student population of 204 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
204 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Finley 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 Finley Middle School is 0.56, 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
#2045 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
50%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
44%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.7%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Finley Middle School's ranking?
Finley Middle School is ranked #2045 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Finley Middle School?
204 students attend Finley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Finley Middle School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Finley Middle School?
Finley Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Finley Middle School offer ?
Finley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Finley Middle School part of?
Finley Middle School is part of Finley School District.
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