Serving 753 students in grades 6-8, Mercer International Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher 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 88% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 753 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mercer International Middle School serves the southern part of Seattle, WA, encompassing an area of approximately 12.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mercer International Middle School's student population of 753 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
753 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Mercer International Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mercer International Middle School is 0.75, 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
#734 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
40%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
12%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.8%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
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 Mercer International Middle School's ranking?
Mercer International Middle School is ranked #734 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Mercer International Middle School often compared to?
Mercer International Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aki Kurose Middle School, Washington Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Mercer International Middle School?
753 students attend Mercer International Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Mercer International Middle School students are Asian, 21% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mercer International Middle School?
Mercer International Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mercer International Middle School offer ?
Mercer International Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mercer International Middle School part of?
Mercer International Middle School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Mercer International Middle School located?
Mercer International Middle School is located in the Greater Duwamish neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 5 other public schools located in Greater Duwamish.
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