Serving 95 students in grades 9-12, Middle College High School ranks in the top 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 95 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middle College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Middle College High School's student population of 95 students has grown by 93% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
95 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Middle College High 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 Middle College High 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
#718 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
14%
9%
Hispanic
15%
26%
Black
29%
5%
White
36%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
4%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middle College High School's ranking?
Middle College High School is ranked #718 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Middle College High School?
The graduation rate of Middle College High School is 90%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Middle College High School?
95 students attend Middle College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Middle College High School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Middle College High School?
Middle College High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Middle College High School offer ?
Middle College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Middle College High School part of?
Middle College High School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Middle College High School located?
Middle College High School is located in the Maple Leaf neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Maple Leaf.
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