Serving 793 students in grades 6-8, Vera Risdon Middle School ranks in the top 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 54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is equal to the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 793 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vera Risdon Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Vera Risdon Middle School's student population of 793 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
793 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vera Risdon Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vera Risdon Middle School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#845 out of 2052 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)54%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)61%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
25%
9%
Hispanic
28%
25%
Black
5%
5%
White
30%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
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 #845 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 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?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Vera Risdon Middle School?
793 students attend Vera Risdon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Vera Risdon Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% 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 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Vera Risdon Middle School offer ?
Vera Risdon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Vera Risdon Middle School part of?
Vera Risdon Middle School is part of Renton School District.
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