Serving 237 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 15% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 237 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Forks Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Forks School District, covering approximately 904.6 square miles around the city of Forks, WA, with typical drive times ranging from 20 to 30 minutes and an average distance of 16.9 miles to the zone's edge. The furthest boundary of the zone extends up to 23.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Forks Middle School's student population of 237 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
237 students
Showing 2010–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2008–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Forks 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 Forks 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
#1944 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
Showing 2008–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
44%
27%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2000–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
40%
47%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.8%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
39%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
Showing 2009–2025. 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 Forks Middle School's ranking?
Forks Middle School is ranked #1944 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
237 students attend Forks Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Forks Middle School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forks Middle School?
Forks Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Forks Middle School offer ?
Forks Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Forks Middle School part of?
Forks Middle School is part of Quillayute Valley School District.
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