Serving 280 students in grades 5-8, Forks 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 21% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forks Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Forks Middle School's student population of 280 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
280 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Forks Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forks Middle School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1832 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
American Indian
7%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
41%
25%
Black
n/a
5%
White
44%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forks Middle School's ranking?
Forks Middle School is ranked #1832 out of 2,113 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Forks Middle School?
280 students attend Forks Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Forks Middle School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Forks Middle School?
Forks Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Forks Middle School offer ?
Forks Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Forks Middle School part of?
Forks Middle School is part of Quillayute Valley School District.
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