Serving 757 students in grades 6-8, Toppenish 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 15% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower 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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 757 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Toppenish Middle School's student population of 757 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
757 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Reach for the Stars!
School Rankings
Toppenish 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 Toppenish Middle School is 0.23, 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
#2021 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
10%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
87%
27%
Black
n/a
5%
White
2%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
1%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.1%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
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 Toppenish Middle School's ranking?
Toppenish Middle School is ranked #2021 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Toppenish Middle School often compared to?
Toppenish Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harrison Middle School, Sierra Vista Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Toppenish Middle School?
757 students attend Toppenish Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Toppenish Middle School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Toppenish Middle School?
Toppenish Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Toppenish Middle School offer ?
Toppenish Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Toppenish Middle School part of?
Toppenish Middle School is part of Toppenish School District.
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