Serving 427 students in grades 5-8, Naches Valley 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 29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Naches Valley Middle School serves the entire Naches, WA district, covering an extensive area of approximately 928.9 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 40.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Naches Valley Middle School's student population of 427 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
427 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Naches Valley 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 Naches Valley Middle School is 0.44, 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
#1524 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
24%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
71%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
3%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.7%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Naches Valley Middle School's ranking?
Naches Valley Middle School is ranked #1524 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Naches Valley Middle School?
427 students attend Naches Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Naches Valley Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Naches Valley Middle School?
Naches Valley Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Naches Valley Middle School offer ?
Naches Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Naches Valley Middle School part of?
Naches Valley Middle School is part of Naches Valley School District.
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