Serving 62 students in grades 7-8, Darrington 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 was 30-34% (which was lower than the Washington state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 55-59% (which was lower than the Washington state average of 73%).
Minority enrollment was 5% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which was lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
62 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)30-34%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)55-59%
73%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
n/a
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
95%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
1%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
n/a
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% WA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 73% WA state average).
How many students attend Darrington Middle School?
62 students attend Darrington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Darrington Middle School students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Darrington Middle School offer ?
Darrington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Darrington Middle School part of?
Darrington Middle School is part of Darrington School District.
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