Serving 784 students in grades 6-8, Ridgetop Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 784 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ridgetop Middle School serves the northeast part of Silverdale, WA, covering an area of approximately 18 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of about 2.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ridgetop Middle School's student population of 784 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
784 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1986
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ridgetop 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 Ridgetop Middle School is 0.67, 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
#737 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
9%
Hispanic
18%
27%
Black
4%
5%
White
52%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
17%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Raiders
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ridgetop Middle School's ranking?
Ridgetop Middle School is ranked #737 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Ridgetop Middle School often compared to?
Ridgetop Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Kitsap Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Ridgetop Middle School?
784 students attend Ridgetop Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Ridgetop Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ridgetop Middle School?
Ridgetop Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ridgetop Middle School offer ?
Ridgetop Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ridgetop Middle School part of?
Ridgetop Middle School is part of Central Kitsap School District.
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