Serving 815 students in grades 6-8, Nisqually 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 21% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 815 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nisqually Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Nisqually Middle School's student population of 815 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
815 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
1966
Colors
White, Navy Blue
First Day of School
Thu. Sep 4, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 18, 2026
Campus Size
45
School Rankings
Nisqually Middle 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 Nisqually Middle School is 0.73, 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
#1766 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
9%
Hispanic
25%
26%
Black
6%
5%
White
43%
48%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
15%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Nisqually Middle School's ranking?
Nisqually Middle School is ranked #1766 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Nisqually Middle School often compared to?
Nisqually Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chinook Middle School, Aspire Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Nisqually Middle School?
815 students attend Nisqually Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Nisqually Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nisqually Middle School?
Nisqually Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Nisqually Middle School offer ?
Nisqually Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nisqually Middle School part of?
Nisqually Middle School is part of North Thurston School District.
School Reviews
2 1/31/2022
Great teachers but the bullying is severe at this school if they fix that this is an easy 5.
2 5/1/2012
The faacilities in my experience with school are not aware or paying enough attention to the bullying issues and problems' I has a parent of three children who have attended this school,would not recommend it untill some teacher our more educated on not only bullying and harrasment issues,,,but also the children rights to not be afraid or threaten by there own teachers,Because they dont want others finding out or being aware they cant handle there classroom issues,,,,,
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