Serving 751 students in grades 6-8, Vera Risdon Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 41% (which is equal to the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 751 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vera Risdon Middle School's student population of 751 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
751 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Vera Risdon 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 Vera Risdon Middle School is 0.77, which is more 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
#1093 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
28%
9%
Hispanic
27%
27%
Black
7%
5%
White
25%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.5%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vera Risdon Middle School's ranking?
Vera Risdon Middle School is ranked #1093 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Vera Risdon Middle School often compared to?
Vera Risdon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcknight Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Vera Risdon Middle School?
751 students attend Vera Risdon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Vera Risdon Middle School students are Asian, 27% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vera Risdon Middle School?
Vera Risdon Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Vera Risdon Middle School offer ?
Vera Risdon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vera Risdon Middle School part of?
Vera Risdon Middle School is part of Renton School District.
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