Serving 846 students in grades 7-9, Glacier View Junior High 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 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher 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 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 846 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glacier View Junior High School's student population of 846 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
846 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Sep 3, 2025
School Rankings
Glacier View Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glacier View Junior High School is 0.70, which is more 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
#1104 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
9%
Hispanic
19%
26%
Black
8%
5%
White
49%
48%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
14%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(11-12)<50%
78%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 View Junior High School's ranking?
Glacier View Junior High School is ranked #1104 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Glacier View Junior High School?
The graduation rate of Glacier View Junior High School is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 78%.
How many students attend Glacier View Junior High School?
846 students attend Glacier View Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Glacier View Junior High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glacier View Junior High School?
Glacier View Junior High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Glacier View Junior High School offer ?
Glacier View Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Glacier View Junior High School part of?
Glacier View Junior High School is part of Puyallup School District.
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