Serving 519 students in grades 6-8, Goodman Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher 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 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Goodman Middle School serves the eastern part of Gig Harbor, WA, covering an area of approximately 17.3 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edges being about 4.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Goodman Middle School's student population of 519 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
519 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Goodman Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Goodman Middle School is 0.47, 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
#610 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue, Red
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Goodman Middle School's ranking?
Goodman Middle School is ranked #610 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Goodman Middle School often compared to?
Goodman Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harbor Ridge Middle School, Kopachuck Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Goodman Middle School?
519 students attend Goodman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Goodman Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Goodman Middle School?
Goodman Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Goodman Middle School offer ?
Goodman Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Goodman Middle School part of?
Goodman Middle School is part of Peninsula School District.
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