Serving 221 students in grades 6-8, Tonasket 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 22% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% 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: 221 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tonasket Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Tonasket School District, covering approximately 1,252.1 square miles around Tonasket, WA. The typical drive to the school takes between 20 to 30 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 19.7 miles and the furthest edge reaching up to 34.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tonasket Middle School's student population of 221 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
221 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tonasket 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 Tonasket Middle School is 0.53, 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
#1785 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
38%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.1%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Tonasket Middle School's ranking?
Tonasket Middle School is ranked #1785 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Tonasket Middle School?
221 students attend Tonasket Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Tonasket Middle School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tonasket Middle School?
Tonasket Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tonasket Middle School offer ?
Tonasket Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tonasket Middle School part of?
Tonasket Middle School is part of Tonasket School District.
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