Sacajawea Middle School

401 E 33rd Ave
Spokane, WA 99203
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 855 students in grades 6-8, Sacajawea Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (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 28% 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: 855 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 28%
  • : Top 20% in WA
  • : 55% (Top 30%)
  • : 71% (Top 20%)
  • : 59% (Top 30%)
  • : Sacajawea Middle School serves the southwest part of Spokane, WA, covering an area of approximately 25 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 2.9 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and its furthest point reaching 6.6 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Sacajawea Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Sacajawea Middle School's student population of 855 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
855 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

School Rankings

Sacajawea Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sacajawea Middle School is 0.46, 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.
This School
State Level (WA)
#359 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

55%
41%

Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

71%
53%

Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

American Indian
1%
1%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
1%
9%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
12%
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
72%
47%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hawaiian
2%
2%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
9%
9%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
28%
0.46

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
26.7%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
39%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Sacajawea Middle School's ranking?
Sacajawea Middle School is ranked #359 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Sacajawea Middle School often compared to?
Sacajawea Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chase Middle School, Libby Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Sacajawea Middle School?
855 students attend Sacajawea Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Sacajawea Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sacajawea Middle School?
Sacajawea Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sacajawea Middle School offer ?
Sacajawea Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sacajawea Middle School part of?
Sacajawea Middle School is part of Spokane School District.
In what neighborhood is Sacajawea Middle School located?
Sacajawea Middle School is located in the Comstock neighborhood of Spokane, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in Comstock.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 855 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 28%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 55% (Top 30%)
  • : 71% (Top 20%)
  • : 59% (Top 30%)
  • : Sacajawea Middle School serves the southwest part of Spokane, WA, covering an area of approximately 25 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 2.9 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and its furthest point reaching 6.6 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

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