Serving 370 students in grades 6-8, Elma 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 31% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% 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: 370 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elma Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Elma Middle School's student population of 370 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
370 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Elma 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 Elma Middle School is 0.55, 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
#1538 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
30%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
60%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Elma Middle School's ranking?
Elma Middle School is ranked #1538 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Elma Middle School often compared to?
Elma Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Elma Middle School?
370 students attend Elma Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Elma Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 7% 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 Elma Middle School?
Elma Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Elma Middle School offer ?
Elma Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elma Middle School part of?
Elma Middle School is part of Elma School District.
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