Serving 772 students in grades 6-8, Toppenish 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 16% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (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 98% 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: 772 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Toppenish Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Toppenish Middle School's student population of 772 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
772 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Toppenish 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 Toppenish Middle School is 0.22, 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
#2022 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
9%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
88%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
2%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
1%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Toppenish Middle School's ranking?
Toppenish Middle School is ranked #2022 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Toppenish Middle School often compared to?
Toppenish Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harrison Middle School, Sierra Vista Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Toppenish Middle School?
772 students attend Toppenish Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Toppenish Middle School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Toppenish Middle School?
Toppenish Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Toppenish Middle School offer ?
Toppenish Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Toppenish Middle School part of?
Toppenish Middle School is part of Toppenish School District.
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