Serving 567 students in grades 6-8, Foothills Middle School ranks in the top 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 37% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 567 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Foothills Middle School serves the northern part of the Wenatchee, WA school district, covering an area of approximately 67.6 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest boundaries extending up to 12.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Foothills Middle School's student population of 567 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
567 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We will ensure high levels of academic, personal and social growth for ALL.
School Rankings
Foothills Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Foothills 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
#998 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
47%
27%
White
47%
47%
Two or more races
4%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.2%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Foothills Middle School's ranking?
Foothills Middle School is ranked #998 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Foothills Middle School often compared to?
Foothills Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cashmere Middle School, Pioneer Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Foothills Middle School?
567 students attend Foothills Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Foothills Middle School students are Hispanic, 47% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Foothills Middle School?
Foothills Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Foothills Middle School offer ?
Foothills Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Foothills Middle School part of?
Foothills Middle School is part of Wenatchee School District.
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