Serving 713 students in grades 6-8, David T. Denny International Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 713 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
David T. Denny International Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
David T. Denny International Middle School's student population of 713 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
713 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
David T. Denny International 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 David T. Denny International Middle School is 0.80, 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
#1108 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
14%
9%
Hispanic
27%
26%
Black
19%
5%
White
26%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is David T. Denny International Middle School's ranking?
David T. Denny International Middle School is ranked #1108 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are David T. Denny International Middle School often compared to?
David T. Denny International Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madison Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend David T. Denny International Middle School?
713 students attend David T. Denny International Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
27% of David T. Denny International Middle School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 14% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of David T. Denny International Middle School?
David T. Denny International Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does David T. Denny International Middle School offer ?
David T. Denny International Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is David T. Denny International Middle School part of?
David T. Denny International Middle School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is David T. Denny International Middle School located?
David T. Denny International Middle School is located in the South Delridge neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in South Delridge.
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