Olympic Middle School

839 21st St Se
Auburn, WA 98002
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 969 students in grades 6-8, Olympic 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 18% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (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 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 969 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 78%
  • : Bottom 50% in WA
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35% (Btm 50%)
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Olympic Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:

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School Overview

Olympic Middle School's student population of 969 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
969 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

School Rankings

Olympic 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 Olympic Middle 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.
This School
State Level (WA)
#1874 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
18%
41%
35%
53%
21%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
8%
9%
Hispanic
43%
26%
Black
6%
5%
White
22%
48%
Hawaiian
8%
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
0.75
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
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 Olympic Middle School's ranking?
Olympic Middle School is ranked #1874 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Olympic Middle School often compared to?
Olympic Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mt Baker Middle School, Cascade Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Olympic Middle School?
969 students attend Olympic Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Olympic Middle School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hawaiian, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Olympic Middle School?
Olympic Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Olympic Middle School offer ?
Olympic Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Olympic Middle School part of?
Olympic Middle School is part of Auburn School District.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 969 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 78%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35% (Btm 50%)
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

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