Serving 633 students in grades 6-8, Tolt 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 53% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 633 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tolt Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Carnation, WA, encompassing approximately 178.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 17.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tolt Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
School Overview
Tolt Middle School's student population of 633 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
633 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Educate Children.'
School Rankings
Tolt 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 Tolt 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#416 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
16%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
72%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.4%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tolt Middle School's ranking?
Tolt Middle School is ranked #416 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Tolt Middle School often compared to?
Tolt Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northshore Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Tolt Middle School?
633 students attend Tolt Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Tolt Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tolt Middle School?
Tolt Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tolt Middle School offer ?
Tolt Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tolt Middle School part of?
Tolt Middle School is part of Riverview School District.
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