Serving 255 students in grades 5-8, Goldendale 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 29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 255 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Goldendale Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Goldendale, WA school district, encompassing approximately 595.5 square miles. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 14.5 miles, with some areas located as far as 25.6 miles away, typically requiring a 20-30 minute drive to reach the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Goldendale Middle School's student population of 255 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
255 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Goldendale 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 Goldendale Middle School is 0.54, 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
#1983 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
10%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
1%
9%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
20%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
64%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.4%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Goldendale Middle School's ranking?
Goldendale Middle School is ranked #1983 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 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Goldendale Middle School?
255 students attend Goldendale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Goldendale Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Goldendale Middle School?
Goldendale Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Goldendale Middle School offer ?
Goldendale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Goldendale Middle School part of?
Goldendale Middle School is part of Goldendale School District.
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