Serving 986 students in grades 6-8, Mercer International Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 986 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mercer International Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Mercer International Middle School's student population of 986 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
986 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mercer International Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mercer International Middle School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#477 out of 2052 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)61%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)71%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
39%
9%
Hispanic
18%
25%
Black
19%
5%
White
14%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
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 #477 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Mercer International Middle School often compared to?
Mercer International Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Middle School, Aki Kurose Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Mercer International Middle School?
986 students attend Mercer International Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Mercer International Middle School students are Asian, 19% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mercer International Middle School?
Mercer International Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Mercer International Middle School offer ?
Mercer International Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mercer International Middle School part of?
Mercer International Middle School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
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