Serving 195 students in grades 6-8, Onalaska Middle 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 37% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 195 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Onalaska Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 227.5 square miles around Onalaska, WA. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 10.4 miles and the furthest edge reaching up to 20.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Onalaska Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Onalaska Middle School's student population of 195 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
195 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Onalaska Middle 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 Onalaska Middle School is 0.33, 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
#890 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
10%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. 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 Onalaska Middle School's ranking?
Onalaska Middle School is ranked #890 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?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Onalaska Middle School?
195 students attend Onalaska Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Onalaska Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Onalaska Middle School?
Onalaska Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Onalaska Middle School offer ?
Onalaska Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Onalaska Middle School part of?
Onalaska Middle School is part of Onalaska School District.
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