Serving 669 students in grades 6-8, Kilo 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 21% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 669 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kilo Middle School serves the northeast part of Auburn, WA, covering an area of approximately 3.5 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kilo Middle School's student population of 669 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
669 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kilo 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 Kilo Middle School is 0.78, 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
#1782 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
9%
Hispanic
36%
27%
Black
13%
5%
White
21%
47%
Hawaiian
4%
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.3%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kilo Middle School's ranking?
Kilo Middle School is ranked #1782 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Kilo Middle School?
669 students attend Kilo Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Kilo Middle School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kilo Middle School?
Kilo Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kilo Middle School offer ?
Kilo Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kilo Middle School part of?
Kilo Middle School is part of Federal Way School District.
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