Serving 693 students in grades 6-8, Shaw 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 18% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% 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: 693 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Shaw Middle School serves the northeast part of Spokane, WA, covering an area of approximately 12.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 3.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shaw Middle School's student population of 693 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
693 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Shaw 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 Shaw Middle School is 0.64, 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
#1874 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
15%
27%
Black
4%
5%
White
56%
47%
Hawaiian
6%
2%
Two or more races
14%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.1%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shaw Middle School's ranking?
Shaw Middle School is ranked #1874 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Shaw Middle School often compared to?
Shaw Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garry Middle School, Salk Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Shaw Middle School?
693 students attend Shaw Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Shaw Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shaw Middle School?
Shaw Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Shaw Middle School offer ?
Shaw Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shaw Middle School part of?
Shaw Middle School is part of Spokane School District.
In what neighborhood is Shaw Middle School located?
Shaw Middle School is located in the Bemiss neighborhood of Spokane, WA. There are 5 other public schools located in Bemiss.
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