Serving 956 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 17:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 956 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Olympic Middle School serves the southern part of Auburn, WA, encompassing an area of approximately 16.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Olympic Middle School's student population of 956 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
956 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
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 0.74, 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
#1874 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
10%
9%
Hispanic
45%
27%
Black
6%
5%
White
20%
47%
Hawaiian
6%
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.4%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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?
956 students attend Olympic Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Olympic Middle School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hawaiian, 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 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
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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