Serving 669 students in grades 6-8, Shaw 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 35% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% 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: 669 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shaw Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Shaw Middle School's student population of 669 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
669 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Shaw 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 Shaw Middle School is 0.62, 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
#1856 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
13%
26%
Black
5%
5%
White
58%
48%
Hawaiian
6%
2%
Two or more races
16%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
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 Shaw Middle School's ranking?
Shaw Middle School is ranked #1856 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Shaw Middle School often compared to?
Shaw Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garry Middle School, Salk Middle School by visitors of our site.
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 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Shaw Middle School?
669 students attend Shaw Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Shaw Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Hawaiian, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shaw Middle School?
Shaw Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Shaw Middle School offer ?
Shaw Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shaw Middle School part of?
Shaw Middle School is part of Spokane School District.
In what neighborhood is Shaw Middle School located?
Shaw Middle School is located in the Bemiss neighborhood of Spokane, WA. There are 5 other public schools located in Bemiss.
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