Serving 985 students in grades 6-8, Sacajawea Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% 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: 985 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sacajawea Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sacajawea Middle School's student population of 985 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
985 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Sacajawea Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sacajawea Middle School is 0.49, 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
#351 out of 2113 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
4%
5%
White
70%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Sacajawea Middle School's ranking?
Sacajawea Middle School is ranked #351 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Sacajawea Middle School often compared to?
Sacajawea Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chase Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Sacajawea Middle School?
985 students attend Sacajawea Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Sacajawea Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sacajawea Middle School?
Sacajawea Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Sacajawea Middle School offer ?
Sacajawea Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sacajawea Middle School part of?
Sacajawea Middle School is part of Spokane School District.
In what neighborhood is Sacajawea Middle School located?
Sacajawea Middle School is located in the Comstock neighborhood of Spokane, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in Comstock.
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