Serving 817 students in grades 6-8, Pacific 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 31% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (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 45% 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: 817 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pacific Middle School serves the eastern part of Vancouver, WA, covering approximately 7.2 square miles. Families within this zone are typically 5-10 minutes away from the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.1 miles from the campus.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pacific Middle School's student population of 817 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
817 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pacific 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 Pacific Middle School is 0.64, 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
#1461 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
55%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
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)26.2%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-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 Pacific Middle School's ranking?
Pacific Middle School is ranked #1461 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Pacific Middle School often compared to?
Pacific Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cascade Middle School, Hockinson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Pacific Middle School?
817 students attend Pacific Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Pacific Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pacific Middle School?
Pacific Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pacific Middle School offer ?
Pacific Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pacific Middle School part of?
Pacific Middle School is part of Evergreen School District (Clark).
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
There are a great amount of academic programs. There are a lot of extracurricular activities. There is lots of parent involvement. One of the best middle schools ever.
4 10/10/2025
This school is great. Ilove the teachers and their connections with us.
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