Serving 761 students in grades 6-8, Vera Risdon Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 38% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 761 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vera Risdon Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Vera Risdon Middle School's student population of 761 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
761 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Vera Risdon Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vera Risdon Middle School is 0.77, 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
#1135 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
27%
9%
Hispanic
25%
26%
Black
6%
5%
White
28%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vera Risdon Middle School's ranking?
Vera Risdon Middle School is ranked #1135 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Vera Risdon Middle School often compared to?
Vera Risdon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcknight Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Vera Risdon Middle School?
761 students attend Vera Risdon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Vera Risdon Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 25% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vera Risdon Middle School?
Vera Risdon Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Vera Risdon Middle School offer ?
Vera Risdon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vera Risdon Middle School part of?
Vera Risdon Middle School is part of Renton School District.
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