Jason Lee Middle School

8500 Nw 9th Ave
Vancouver, WA 98665
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 568 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 28% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). 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 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% 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: 568 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : Bottom 50% in WA
  • : 28% (Btm 50%)
  • : 46% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : Jason Lee Middle School serves the eastern part of Vancouver, WA, encompassing an area of approximately 5.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.2 miles to the school's edge and the furthest point being 3.8 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Jason Lee Middle School's student population of 568 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
568 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

School Rankings

Jason Lee 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 Jason Lee Middle School is 0.65, 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.
This School
State Level (WA)
#1464 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

28%
41%

Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

46%
53%

Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

30-34%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

American Indian
1%
1%

Showing 2009–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
3%
9%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
25%
27%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Black
4%
5%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

White
52%
47%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hawaiian
2%
2%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
13%
9%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
48%
0.65

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
49.3%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
39%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name

Sports

Colors
Black and Red
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jason Lee Middle School's ranking?
Jason Lee Middle School is ranked #1464 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Jason Lee Middle School often compared to?
Jason Lee Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vancouver Itech Preparatory by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
568 students attend Jason Lee Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Jason Lee Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 13% 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 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
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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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 568 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 28% (Btm 50%)
  • : 46% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : Jason Lee Middle School serves the eastern part of Vancouver, WA, encompassing an area of approximately 5.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.2 miles to the school's edge and the furthest point being 3.8 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

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