Serving 620 students in grades 6-8, Frontier 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 36% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 620 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Frontier Middle School serves the eastern part of Graham, WA, covering an area of approximately 63.3 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being about 11.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Frontier Middle School's student population of 620 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
620 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission at Frontier Middle School is to ensure ALL students learn at HIGH levels.
School Rankings
Frontier 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 Frontier 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
#1186 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
17%
27%
Black
5%
5%
White
56%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
15%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.6%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frontier Middle School's ranking?
Frontier Middle School is ranked #1186 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Frontier Middle School often compared to?
Frontier Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Frontier Middle School?
620 students attend Frontier Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Frontier Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frontier Middle School?
Frontier Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Frontier Middle School offer ?
Frontier Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Frontier Middle School part of?
Frontier Middle School is part of Bethel School District.
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