Serving 167 students in grades 7-8, Wayne M Henkle Middle School ranks in the top 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 167 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wayne M Henkle Middle School's attendance zone, covering the entire school district, spans approximately 168.4 square miles around White Salmon, WA, with typical driving times of 15-20 minutes and the furthest edge located about 13.4 miles from the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is 8.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wayne M Henkle Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Wayne M Henkle Middle School's student population of 167 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
167 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Wayne M Henkle Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wayne M Henkle Middle School is 0.52, 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
#907 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
9%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
34%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
61%
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)37.1%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. 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 Wayne M Henkle Middle School's ranking?
Wayne M Henkle Middle School is ranked #907 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Wayne M Henkle Middle School?
167 students attend Wayne M Henkle Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Wayne M Henkle Middle School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wayne M Henkle Middle School?
Wayne M Henkle Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wayne M Henkle Middle School offer ?
Wayne M Henkle Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wayne M Henkle Middle School part of?
Wayne M Henkle Middle School is part of White Salmon Valley School District.
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