Serving 789 students in grades 6-8, Nisqually 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 21% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower 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 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 789 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nisqually Middle School serves the southeast part of Lacey, WA, encompassing an area of approximately 20.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 5.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nisqually Middle School's student population of 789 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
789 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1966
Campus Size
45 acres
School Rankings
Nisqually 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 Nisqually Middle 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
#1766 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
28%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
40%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
15%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.9%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nisqually Middle School's ranking?
Nisqually Middle School is ranked #1766 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Nisqually Middle School often compared to?
Nisqually Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chinook Middle School, Aspire Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Nisqually Middle School?
789 students attend Nisqually Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Nisqually Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nisqually Middle School?
Nisqually Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Nisqually Middle School offer ?
Nisqually Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nisqually Middle School part of?
Nisqually Middle School is part of North Thurston School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
The faacilities in my experience with school are not aware or paying enough attention to the bullying issues and problems' I has a parent of three children who have attended this school,would not recommend it untill some teacher our more educated on not only bullying and harrasment issues,,,but also the children rights to not be afraid or threaten by there own teachers,Because they dont want others finding out or being aware they cant handle there classroom issues,,,,,
2 10/10/2025
Great teachers but the bullying is severe at this school if they fix that this is an easy 5.
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