For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 134 students in Paterson, WA.
The top-ranked public middle school in Paterson, WA is Paterson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Paterson, WA public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Washington public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in Paterson have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Washington public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public middle school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Paterson, WA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paterson Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
51409 W. Prior Rd.
Paterson, WA 99345
(509) 875-2601
Paterson, WA 99345
(509) 875-2601
Gr: K-8 | 134 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Paterson, WA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Paterson, WA include Paterson Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in Paterson?
1 public middle schools are located in Paterson.
What is the racial composition of students in Paterson?
Paterson public middle schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public middle schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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