Serving 93 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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 93 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Middle College High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Seattle school district, covering approximately 144.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 10.2 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 16.2 miles.
- 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
School Overview
Middle College High School's student population of 93 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
93 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.74, 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
11%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
26%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
40%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
83.8%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-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 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 83.8%.
How many students attend Middle College High School?
93 students attend Middle College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Middle College High School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 9% 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 17:1.
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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