Serving 785 students in grades 6-8, Glacier 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 14% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 785 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glacier Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Glacier Middle School's student population of 785 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
785 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Glacier 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 Glacier Middle School is 0.65, 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
#2043 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
17%
9%
Hispanic
56%
26%
Black
8%
5%
White
7%
48%
Hawaiian
4%
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
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 Glacier Middle School's ranking?
Glacier Middle School is ranked #2043 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Glacier Middle School often compared to?
Glacier Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edmonds S. Meany Middle School, Aki Kurose Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Glacier Middle School?
785 students attend Glacier Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Glacier Middle School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glacier Middle School?
Glacier Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Glacier Middle School offer ?
Glacier Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Glacier Middle School part of?
Glacier Middle School is part of Highline School District.
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