Serving 539 students in grades 6-8, Jason Lee 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 27% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 539 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jason Lee Middle School's student population of 539 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
539 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Jason Lee Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jason Lee Middle School is 0.66, 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
#1477 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
24%
26%
Black
4%
5%
White
52%
48%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
14%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jason Lee Middle School's ranking?
Jason Lee Middle School is ranked #1477 out of 2,113 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Jason Lee Middle School?
539 students attend Jason Lee Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Jason Lee Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jason Lee Middle School?
Jason Lee Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Jason Lee Middle School offer ?
Jason Lee Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jason Lee Middle School part of?
Jason Lee Middle School is part of Vancouver School District.
In what neighborhood is Jason Lee Middle School located?
Jason Lee Middle School is located in the Starcrest neighborhood of Vancouver, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Starcrest.
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