Serving 737 students in grades 6-8, Wapato 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 11% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 737 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wapato Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Wapato school district, encompassing approximately 175.2 square miles in Wapato, WA. Families in this area typically have a drive time of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with distances to the zone's edge averaging around 11 miles and reaching up to 23.2 miles at the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wapato Middle School's student population of 737 students has declined by 6% 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
737 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wapato 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 Wapato Middle School is 0.38, 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
#2052 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
18%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
77%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.6%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
Showing 2008–2025. 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 Wapato Middle School's ranking?
Wapato Middle School is ranked #2052 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Wapato Middle School often compared to?
Wapato Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Valley Central Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Wapato Middle School?
737 students attend Wapato Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Wapato Middle School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wapato Middle School?
Wapato Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wapato Middle School offer ?
Wapato Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wapato Middle School part of?
Wapato Middle School is part of Wapato School District.
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