Serving 613 students in grades 6-8, Selkirk 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 47% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% 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: 613 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Selkirk Middle School's student population of 613 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
613 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Selkirk 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 Selkirk Middle School is 0.29, 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
#654 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
7%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
84%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
4%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.5%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
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 Selkirk Middle School's ranking?
Selkirk Middle School is ranked #654 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Selkirk Middle School?
613 students attend Selkirk Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Selkirk Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Selkirk Middle School?
Selkirk Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Selkirk Middle School offer ?
Selkirk Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Selkirk Middle School part of?
Selkirk Middle School is part of Central Valley School District.
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