Serving 623 students in grades 7-8, Garry 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 18% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 623 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garry Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Garry Middle School's student population of 623 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
623 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Garry Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garry Middle School is 0.65, which is less 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
#1881 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
16%
25%
Black
3%
5%
White
54%
50%
Hawaiian
5%
1%
Two or more races
18%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garry Middle School's ranking?
Garry Middle School is ranked #1881 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Garry Middle School often compared to?
Garry Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shaw Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Garry Middle School?
623 students attend Garry Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Garry Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Garry Middle School?
Garry Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Garry Middle School offer ?
Garry Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Garry Middle School part of?
Garry Middle School is part of Spokane School District.
In what neighborhood is Garry Middle School located?
Garry Middle School is located in the Nevada And Lidgerwood neighborhood of Spokane, WA. There are 3 other public schools located in Nevada And Lidgerwood.
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