Serving 671 students in grades 6-8, Chief Joseph 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 32% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 671 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chief Joseph Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Chief Joseph Middle School's student population of 671 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
671 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Chief Joseph 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 Chief Joseph Middle School is 0.57, 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
#1207 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
28%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
59%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chief Joseph Middle School's ranking?
Chief Joseph Middle School is ranked #1207 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Chief Joseph Middle School often compared to?
Chief Joseph Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carmichael Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Chief Joseph Middle School?
671 students attend Chief Joseph Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Chief Joseph Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chief Joseph Middle School?
Chief Joseph Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Chief Joseph Middle School offer ?
Chief Joseph Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chief Joseph Middle School part of?
Chief Joseph Middle School is part of Richland School District.
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