Serving 604 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 15% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (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 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 604 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pacific Middle School serves the southern part of Seattle, WA, covering an area of approximately 14.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 4.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pacific Middle School's student population of 604 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
604 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1905
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 0.78, 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
#1946 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
9%
Hispanic
37%
27%
Black
17%
5%
White
14%
47%
Hawaiian
4%
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.8%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
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 #1946 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 Sylvester Middle School, Chinook Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Pacific Middle School?
604 students attend Pacific Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Pacific Middle School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pacific Middle School?
Pacific Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, 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 Highline School District.
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