Serving 702 students in grades 6-8, Mcfarland 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 17% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (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 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 702 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: MCFARLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Othello, WA, encompassing approximately 297.8 square miles. Families within this area typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 14.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mcfarland Middle School's student population of 702 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
702 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mcfarland 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 Mcfarland Middle School is 0.18, 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
#1956 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Hispanic
90%
27%
White
9%
47%
Two or more races
1%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.8%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
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 Mcfarland Middle School's ranking?
Mcfarland Middle School is ranked #1956 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Mcfarland Middle School?
702 students attend Mcfarland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Mcfarland Middle School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcfarland Middle School?
Mcfarland Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mcfarland Middle School offer ?
Mcfarland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcfarland Middle School part of?
Mcfarland Middle School is part of Othello School District.
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