Serving 787 students in grades 6-8, Salish 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 29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 787 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salish Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Salish Middle School's student population of 787 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
787 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Salish 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 Salish Middle School is 0.75, 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
#1456 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
9%
Hispanic
25%
26%
Black
6%
5%
White
40%
48%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
16%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Salish Middle School's ranking?
Salish Middle School is ranked #1456 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Salish Middle School?
787 students attend Salish Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Salish Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 9% 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 Salish Middle School?
Salish Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Salish Middle School offer ?
Salish Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Salish Middle School part of?
Salish Middle School is part of North Thurston School District.
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