Serving 595 students in grades 5-6, Olympic 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 18% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (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 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 595 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Olympic Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Olympic Middle School's student population of 595 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
595 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Olympic 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 Olympic Middle School is 0.59, 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
#1941 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
44%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
47%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Olympic Middle School's ranking?
Olympic Middle School is ranked #1941 out of 2,113 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?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Olympic Middle School?
595 students attend Olympic Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Olympic Middle School students are White, 44% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Olympic Middle School?
Olympic Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Olympic Middle School offer ?
Olympic Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Olympic Middle School part of?
Olympic Middle School is part of Shelton School District.
In what neighborhood is Olympic Middle School located?
Olympic Middle School is located in the Mountain View neighborhood of Shelton, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Mountain View.
School Reviews
5 1/6/2020
I am assuming at this school and everything is hands on and the passing rate is so much higher than the primary schools.
5 1/6/2015
I am a current student at Olympic Middle School. I like the way the teachers have hands-on things to help everyone understand. The math teachers put the us in groups with at least one person who passed the last unit, and understands the new math.
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