Serving 808 students in grades 6-8, Issaquah Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (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 52% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 808 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Issaquah Middle School serves the eastern part of Issaquah, WA, encompassing an area of approximately 42.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.3 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Issaquah Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Issaquah Middle School's student population of 808 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
808 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Issaquah Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Issaquah Middle School is 0.70, which is more 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
#406 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
19%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
48%
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)36.5%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. 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 Issaquah Middle School's ranking?
Issaquah Middle School is ranked #406 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Issaquah Middle School?
808 students attend Issaquah Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Issaquah Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Issaquah Middle School?
Issaquah Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Issaquah Middle School offer ?
Issaquah Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Issaquah Middle School part of?
Issaquah Middle School is part of Issaquah School District.
In what neighborhood is Issaquah Middle School located?
Issaquah Middle School is located in the Olde Town neighborhood of Issaquah, WA. There are 3 other public schools located in Olde Town.
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